Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'

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Dwarf Japanese Barberry, Pygmy

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany

Description

This small barberry is a deciduous plant, only reaching 2' in height.. Foliage is red/purple; bright red berries appear in the fall. It needs full sun to develop the deep red color. Each branch has long thorns so it forms a good barrier.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

Under 1', 3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Purple, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Japanese, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.