Overview
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' is a shrub deciduous shrub in the genus Berberis, part of the Berberidaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedging, borders and specimen plant. It is native to Japan and eastern Asia.
About
Berberis thunbergii, the Japanese barberry, Thunberg's barberry, or red barberry, is a species of flowering plant in the barberry family Berberidaceae, native to Japan and eastern Asia, though widely naturalized in China and North America, where it has become a problematic invasive in many places, leading to declines in species diversity, increased tick habitat, and soil changes. Growing to 1 m tall by 2.5 m broad, it is a small deciduous shrub with green leaves turning red in the autumn, brilliant red fruits in autumn and pale yellow flowers in spring.
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About the genus
Berberis, commonly known as barberry, is a large genus of deciduous and evergreen shrubs from 1–5 m tall, found throughout temperate and subtropical regions of the world. Species diversity is greatest in South America and Asia, but native species also appear in Europe, Africa, and North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Berberis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- hedging, borders, specimen plant
- Native to
- Japan, eastern Asia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types; prune to maintain shape and remove old wood
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins
- Propagation
- Propagation by semi-hardwood cuttings or seed
- Pest resistance
- Berberis sawfly larvae
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow'?
Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types; prune to maintain shape and remove old wood.
Where is the best place to plant Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow'?
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' need?
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow'?
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
How big does Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' grow?
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' hardy in the UK?
Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Berberis thunbergii 'Rose Glow'?
Propagation by semi-hardwood cuttings or seed.
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