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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

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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

An elegant weeping form with small, ruby red foliage that turns a brilliant garnet in the fall.

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

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Zones

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Size

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