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    Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright'

    Also Known As

    • Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall Upright'
    • Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea
    • Marshall Upright Barberry

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 18"-24"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright' plant details

    Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with burgundy 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 acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: berberidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous burgundy
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, hedge, spiky, windbreak

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Brilliant burgundy foliage and bright-red berries make an attractive shrub; its very upright habit makes it an excellent compact thorny hedge. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright' plant

    How to Grow Berberis thunbergii 'Marshall's Upright'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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