Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'

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Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Tina Olsen Binegar

Description

Pygmy purple leaf barberry is a deciduous shrub with arching branches which reaches 2 ft high and 3 ft wide. The foliage becomes bronzy red in summer and fall. 'Crimson Pygmy' prefers full sun and regular watering, more in hot summer months. This plant has thorns. It makes a great hedge. Prune in winter to re-shape.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Red

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.

You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.