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Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry

Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'

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Overview

The Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry, 'Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'', is a compact deciduous shrub with vibrant reddish-purple foliage. Growing 18-24 inches tall and wide, its thorny branches make it an excellent choice for defensive hedges. In spring, tiny yellow flowers emerge, followed by red berries in fall, attracting wildlife. Thriving in full sun to part shade, it tolerates a range of soils, and its size suits small gardens and border accents. Hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — Growing 18-24 inches tall and wide, its thorny branches make it an excellent choice for
Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — In spring, tiny yellow flowers emerge, followed by red berries in fall, attractingCrimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — is a compact deciduous shrub with vibrant reddish-purple foliage

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — Growing 18-24 inches tall and wide, its thorny branches make it an excellent choice for
Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — In spring, tiny yellow flowers emerge, followed by red berries in fall, attracting
Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry (Berberis Thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy') — is a compact deciduous shrub with vibrant reddish-purple foliage
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