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Products > Plants - Browse By Region > Berberis repens   Berberis repens - Creeping Barberry   [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Berberidaceae (Barberries) Origin: Pacific and Mountain States (North America) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Yellow Bloomtime: Spring/Summer Synonyms: [Mahonia repens] Height: 2-3 feet Width: Spreading Exposure: Sun or Shade Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: < 0 °F Berberis repens (Creeping Barberry) - This slow-growing native shrub spreads to 3 feet tall and expands by underground runners. The leaves are dark blue-green and in winter they turn a reddish tinge. Yellow flowers bloom in late spring through early summer and are followed by blue berries. Grows in sun or part shade with little water. Hardy to below 0 °F (to about -15°c if growing in a sheltered position).  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.