Crimson Pygmy Barberry
Crimson pygmy barberry is a small shrub with burgundy leaves. It provides a nice contrasting color when placed next to plants with green or silver foliage.
It is a dense, round shrub with sharply spined stems. The pale yellow flowers, which are hardly noticeable, are small and hidden under the leaves.
The small leaves are reddish purple through the growing season. The red fruit is sparse, and stems and thorns are reddish-brown.
A very low maintenance shrub, it is also resistant to deer browsing.
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Crimson Pygmy Barberry
Crimson pygmy barberry is a small shrub with burgundy leaves. It provides a nice contrasting color when placed next to plants with green or silver foliage.
It is a dense, round shrub with sharply spined stems. The pale yellow flowers, which are hardly noticeable, are small and hidden under the leaves.
The small leaves are reddish purple through the growing season. The red fruit is sparse, and stems and thorns are reddish-brown.
A very low maintenance shrub, it is also resistant to deer browsing.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea 'Crimson Pygmy'
Pronunciation
BUR-bur-is thun-BERJ-ee-eye at-ro-pur-PURR-ee-uh
Mature Height
1 to 2 ft.
Mature Spread
2 to 3 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow (no ornamental value)
Bloom time
late spring
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
species native to Japan
Light Requirements
full sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,500 ft.
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