Berberis thunbergii ‘Rose Glow’
$69.99
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea Rose Glow forms a dense, rounded hedge or border shrub with pink-and-white-mottled purple foliage and bright red fall berries.
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Description
Pink-and-white-mottled purple leaves make Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea Rose Glow a colorful choice for a hedge, border, or small group. This dense, rounded deciduous shrub grows about 3 to 5 feet tall and wide. Small pale yellow spring flowers support pollinating insects, while bright red berries bring fall and winter color and attract birds.
Plant it in full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Full sun gives the strongest foliage color and best fruiting. Water regularly while establishing, then reduce frequency. The stems bear sharp spines, and the ornamental fruit should not be eaten; wear gloves when handling the plant. The species Japanese barberry is invasive in parts of the United States, although this cultivar’s invasive potential is not well known, so check local guidance before planting.
Additional information
| Height | 3 ft – 5 ft |
|---|---|
| Spread | 3 ft – 5 ft |
| Synonyms | Berberis Rose Glow, Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow', Berberis thunbergii atropurpurea Rose Glow, Berberis thunbergii Rose Glow, Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea Rose Glow |
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Hazardous | yes |
| Variegated | yes |
| Color flower spring | Yellow |
| Aspect | East, West, North |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Habit | Bushy, Compact |
| Moisture | Moist but Well Drained, Well Drained Soil |
| Ph | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Shape | Round |
| Suggest planting location | Urban and courtyard gardens, Flowering borders, Hedges and screening plants, Cottage and informal gardens, Wildlife friendly gardens |
| Type | Shrub |
| Use for | Hedge, Bird-Friendly, Pollinator-Friendly |
| Years to max height | 10 |
| Drought resistance | yes |
| Soil | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Local names | Japanese Barberry, Rose Glow Barberry |
| Usps | Pink-and-white-mottled spring foliage matures to deep purple., Dense spiny branching forms a hedge or protective garden barrier., Full sun and well-drained soil produce the strongest foliage color. |
| Propagation | Propagate with softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. |
| Pests | Watch for aphids and berberis sawfly. |
| Diseases | Watch for powdery mildew and occasional honey fungus. |
| Pruning | Trim hedges after flowering. |
| Hazardous information | The stems bear sharp spines, and the ornamental fruit should not be eaten; wear gloves when handling the plant. |
| Watering instructions | Water regularly while establishing, then reduce frequency. |
| Sunlight instructions | Grow in full sun or partial shade; full sun gives the best color. |
| Common Name | Rose Glow Japanese Barberry |