Barberry, 2 gal, Royal Burgundy

Barberry, 2 gal, Royal BurgundyCompact 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,

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.