Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'

Berberis thunbergii ‘Crimson Pygmy’

Dwarf form of Japanese Red Leaf Barberry with rounded habit. Performs best in more protected locations. Will tolerate part shade, but will develop best coloration with full sun.

Light Requirements: Part Sun Full Sun
Water Requirements: Moderate, Dry
USDA Zone: 4b
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub
Soil Texture: Sandy, Sandy Loam, Silt Loam, Clay Loam

Plant Height at Maturity

2 feet

Plant Width at Maturity

3 feet

Growth Rate

1-6"/year

Growth Habit

Round | Compact

Landscape Uses

Ornamental Specimen | Small Space

Environmental Features

Water-wise | Pollinator Friendly | Wildlife Forage Source

Tough Sites

Alkaline Soil | Dry Soil | Deer Damage | Urban Conditions

Seasonal Interest

Fall Color | Winter Interest | Spring Flowering

Flower Color

Yellow