Berberis thunbergii

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.