Crimson Pygmy Barberry #2
$45.00
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$45.00
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Crimson Pygmy Barberry #2
$45.00
Sale price
$45.00
Regular price
Size: Grows 2 to 3 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide.
Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8.
Sunlight: Requires full sun to partial shade; full sun yields the most vibrant red and purple leaf colors, while deep shade can cause the leaves to turn green.
Features: Features small, sharp thorns, inconspicuous spring yellow flowers, and occasional winter red berries that attract birds.
Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; water weekly until roots take hold, keeping soil well-drained and moist but never waterlogged.
Pruning: Low maintenance; little to no pruning is required, though it can be trimmed in late winter to maintain a crisp hedge shape.
Pest and Deer Resistance: Highly resistant to deer browsing due to its spiny stems and tough texture
The Crimson Pygmy Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') is a compact, slow-growing deciduous shrub celebrated for its deep burgundy and red foliage that lasts from spring through fall.