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Barberry (Berberis glaucocarpus)

Barberry

Barberry

A spiny, woody, evergreen or semi-deciduous shrub growing to three metres tall.  It has very sharp spines that are single or divided into three.  Small yellow flowers are followed by small purple berries covered in a yellow bloom.

Treatment methods

  • Spray:  6ml/L Tordon BK penetrant.
  • Cut stump and treat with Escort at label application rate or Tordon BK 100ml/L water.
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