Japanese barberry
Berberis thunbergii
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A compact deciduous shrub prized for its small reddish or purple foliage that deepens in color through the growing season, with bright red berries persisting into winter. Extremely hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates poor soils and drought once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A compact deciduous shrub prized for its small reddish or purple foliage that deepens in color through the growing season, with bright red berries persisting into winter. Extremely hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates poor soils and drought once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Japanese barberry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation