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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 12, 2018
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    Have you had the excess heat this summer, as reported in many areas out west?
    If your temperatures have been above normal, this certainly will effect and stress your shrubs.
    Make sure the soil is receiving enough moisture. Mulching with 3 to 4 inches of hardwood mulch can help keep roots cool and moist.
    Planting in an area that has morning sun and afternoon shade is also recommended in warmer climates.
    This article will help with care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/barberry/barberry-shrub-care-tips.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 28, 2018
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    Yes, this is definitely a barberry thing! It is common for barberry and their close cousin, the mohonia to Have this yellow inside the stem. This chemical is called berberine, and is a defense mechanism from predators. This coloration is normal and not an issue to be concerned with.

    As far as the dead branches... It is wise to remove them, so an infection doesn't set in. Here is another link that will help: https://www.arboretumfoundation.org/about-us/publications/bulletin/bulletin-archive/hidden-gold-internal-coloration/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 27, 2018
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    Fall is a great time to plant.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/barberry/barberry-shrub-care-tips.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    October 10, 2018
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    These are invasive in most areas. They won't be particular about how much that you cut back. Just cut the the height and shape that you want, and it will grow back from there.

    This article will give you more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/barberry/barberry-shrub-care-tips.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    February 12, 2019
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    This is very true in some areas. This is also true of any plant species, as any species has the potential to become invasive given the right conditions, and it would seem a bit excessive to post a warning on every plant posted.

    There are places where plants that are invasive are quite docile, when they are far enough from their natural habitat to thrive. As always, it is wise to make sure that any plant that you intend to put into the area is not invasive before planting, as a responsible gardener.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 16, 2019
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    The first thing to do would be to break the tip of a stem. If it is dry and brittle, keep going down until you find a flexible, or green portion. This will mean that it is still alive, and now would be the time to prune any dead growth off.

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    Anonymous on
    June 25, 2019

    Q.What Type of Barberry Bush is on your Barberry Shrub Care: Tips For Growing Barberry Bushes Page?

    There is a picture of a Barberry bush on the above page. What type or species is it?

  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 25, 2019
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    This is Crimson Ruby Japanese Barberry.

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