Barberry, 2 gal, Royal Burgundy

Compact with thorny branches and rich burgundy-red foliage which darkens in fall. Tiny yellow spring blooms mature to shiny red ornamental berries (mostly sterile) which persist over the winter. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Rounded, Compact
Mature Height: 60cm (24 in.)
Mature Spread: 75cm (30 in.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Birds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Yellow
Flowering Time: April - May
Foliage Colour: Rich burgundy
Fruit: Ornamental red berries in the fall

Care

General Maintenance: No pruning necessary except to maintain desired shape.
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates heat and moderate drought.
Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil; avoid poorly drained, wet sites.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.