Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring'

Also Known As

Berberis thunbergii 'Gold Ring'
Gold Ring Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring' plant details

Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze, burgundy, gold and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, burgundy, gold and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii 'Golden Ring'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive and compact barberry whose red leaves develop a delicate gold band around the edge in warm weather. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This attractive barberry with burgundy leaves and gold margin is hefty and dense to the ground. It will give your garden some real substance. Make "green" special again by putting this next to it. Deciduous shrub, 4' x 4'. It responds well to pruning; refresh completely by pruning to the ground if you like. Deciduous. Minimum temperature: -30°F