Berberis candidula, commonly known as Paleleaf Barberry, is an evergreen shrub native to the thickets and forest understories of south-central China. It typically grows to a height of 2-4 feet (0.6-1.2 meters) and a width of 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters), with a dense, mounding habit that makes it suitable for mass plantings and as a low hedge. The leaves are a distinctive pale green to blue-green, which stand out in the garden. In spring, it produces small, yellow flowers that are modest in showiness, followed by red berries that persist into winter and provide interest as well as food for birds.

Paleleaf Barberry is valued for its tolerance of a range of conditions, including urban pollution, making it a versatile choice for city gardens. It is also appreciated for its evergreen foliage, which provides year-round interest, and its berries, which add winter color. This shrub is commonly used for foundation plantings, hedges, and as a ground cover in landscape designs. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water, with well-drained soils being ideal. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust diseases and may require occasional pruning to maintain its shape.CC BY-SA 4.0