A dwarf, densely branched form displaying deep crimson colored foliage all season long. Best color when planted in full sun. Excellent color contrast against green or gold-leafed plants. A great choice for mass plantings, particularly as a low hedge or border plant. Deciduous.

Average Size at Maturity Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.
Bloom Time Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Design Ideas A versatile low profile red-leafed barberry adaptable to many garden needs. An excellent mixed border plant to add foliage color. Also useful as a green color alternative for a small hedge. Use in Japanese garden designs near water features, or in wild, natural areas of your garden.
Deciduous/ Evergreen Deciduous
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Red
Garden Style Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic
Growth Habit Round
Growth Rate Moderate
Landscape Use Barrier, Border, Firescaping/Firewise, Hedge, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden
Light Needs Full sun
Soil Needs All-Purpose Plant Food
Special Feature Dense Habit, Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Fruit Poisonous, Ornamental Berries, Tolerates Poor Soils, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Tolerates Road Salt
Water Needs Moderate
Watering Needs Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.