Berberis t Crimson Pygmy #2
Berberis t Crimson Pygmy #2
Crimson Pygmy Japanese Barberry
Compact plant with small reddish-purple leaves
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Slow growing, densely branched shrub. Foliage is reddish purple Blooms in spring, with small, yellow flowers, followed by small, persistent, red berries. Plant has thorns, so place accordingly. Deer resistant.
Botanical Name- Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'
Pronunciation- BER-ber-iss thun-BERG-ee-eye
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 3 ft
Mature Height- 2 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, except wet
Current Size- #2
Bloom Color- Yellow
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants- Salvia greggii (bold red foliage vs bright blooms)
Fauna Attracted- Bees (early spring nectar), fruit-eating birds (though can be invasive???check local guidelines)
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C11
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or after flowering; tolerate dry conditions but water deeply in drought.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter for structure or after flowering for shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. In clay, avoid soggy conditions by improving drainage.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Rust, aphids
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