Botanical Name: Berberis Thunbergii 'Royal Burgundy'
An explosion of colour in the landscape! Compact branching with small dark burgundy-red leaves. Red berries born in fall through winter. Ideal for hedges or screens. A single shrub makes a wonderful colour accent. Accent for small areas in the landscape. Foundations. Border fronts.
Type: Deciduous shrub
Family: Berberidaceae
Zone: Hardy to Zone 4
Height: 5 feet
Spread:5 feet
Bloom Description: Pale yellow
Sun: Full sun to light shade
Water: Dry to medium
Maintenance: Low
Suggested Use: Hedge
Flower: Insignificant
Leaf: Colorful
Attracts: Birds
Fruit: Showy
Other: Winter Interest, Thorns
Tolerate: Deer, Drought
Soil: Well-drained
Key to Success: Fertilise regularly with tree and shrub food for best growth. Plant with triple mix and liquid transplanter fertiliser.