Berberis thunbergii 'Admiration' PP16921

Also Known As

Admiration Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Berberis thunbergii 'Admiration' PP16921 plant details

Berberis thunbergii 'Admiration' PP16921 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold, red and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 'Admiration' PP16921

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, red and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, fall color, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii 'Admiration' PP16921

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
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

A small rounded Japanese barberry with brilliant purple foliage and a narrow green margin. Very striking in the garden. In fall, it turns a blazing red color.

By: Gossler Farms

Dwarf barberry with an upright, broad habit. The reddish orange leaves are tinged with yellow margins. It has breathtaking fall color and works well in a container where you need a splash of interesting color.

By: Garden World

Admiration's bright orange-red foliage with yellow margins holds it's color well throughout the summer. This dwarf barberry has a broad upright habit to 16'' and rarely flowers, but you won't find that it matters; the foliage has more than enough color to please.