Berberis thunbergii
Japanese Barberry
Description
This shrub will grow 3'-6' tall and 4'-7' wide; it has bright green leaves that change to orange/red/purple in the fall. It produces clusters of yellow flowers that bloom from April to May and has bright red berries that appear in October and stay into winter.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.