Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel®
Scientific Name: Berberis thunbergii 'Bailone'
Also Known As
- Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea 'Ruby Carousel'
- Purpleleaf Japanese Barberry
- Ruby Carousel® Barberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel® plant details
Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel® is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with red foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel®
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: berberidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous red
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, fall color, showy, spiky
GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel®
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel® plant
How to Grow Berberis thunbergii Ruby Carousel®
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Berberis mentorensis, Mentor Barberry
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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