Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' |
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Barberry, Rose Glow |
Description
A deciduous shrub (4-6' tall and wide) with bronze-red foliage that is mottled with pinkish cream coloring; it deepens to rose and bronze. Full sun is needed to develop the colors. Bright red berries appear in the fall. Each branch has long, sharp thorns so it forms a good barrier.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.