Sunjoy Really Red® Barberry (Berberis thunbergii)

Sunjoy Really Red™ brings the kind of vivid, lasting color that makes a landscape pop. Its glossy foliage emerges in rich, red-licorice tones and holds that bright, saturated color all season long. As summer progresses, leaves may develop a subtle chartreuse edge, adding depth and contrast to the already eye-catching display. With a naturally compact, rounded habit and excellent resistance to deer, pests, and diseases, this barberry is as easy to grow as it is to love. Use it as a low hedge, accent, or bright addition to mixed plantings—wherever you plant it, Sunjoy Really Red™ delivers color that refuses to fade into the background. 2-3 feet tall and 3 feet wide at maturity Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily) Space plants 3 feet apart for best results Maintains a tidy, mounded habit of foliage that emerges bright red in spring which develops a lime green edges as the season progresses Resists deer and disease Great for containers, borders, edges, landscapes and mass planting Drought tolerant, foliage interest, fall interest Care: Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer. Adaptable but prefers well-drained soil. Pruning is rarely necessary, but shape in summer if needed.  Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $175 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom PLEASE NOTE: Due to State Laws This Product Cannot be Shipped to the Following States: CT, DE, IN, MA, MD, ME, MN, NH, NY, VT, WI, WV Read our guide to get started with planning a garden