Admiration Barberry - a stunning dwarf shrub with glossy red foliage and yellow borders. Grown in zones 4-8, it reaches a size of 2-3 feet.
Admiration Barberry (Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Admiration') is a deciduous shrub that is known for its bright red leaves. It is a compact shrub that typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a yellow margin. They turn a brilliant red in the fall.
Admiration Barberry is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
This shrub is a good choice for a variety of landscape applications. It can be used as an accent plant, in mass plantings, or as a hedge. It is also a popular choice for containers.
Here are some tips for growing Admiration Barberry:
- Plant in a location that receives full sun.
- Amend the soil with compost or peat moss to improve drainage.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
- Prune in the late winter or early spring to shape the plant.
With proper care, Admiration Barberry will thrive in your garden for many years to come.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind when growing Admiration Barberry:
- It is susceptible to powdery mildew, so it is important to water the plant at the base and avoid getting the leaves wet.
- It is also susceptible to deer, so you may need to protect it if you live in an area with deer.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
