Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Rose Glow' (Rose Glow Barberry)
Michael's Opinion
One of the more common cultivars of Barberry and thus widely available from most garden centres. It is a fairly vigorous shrub that can be clipped to control growth however it is my preference that this is not done as I like its loose, open form: an easy plant to grow.
Botanical Information
| Family | Berberidaceae |
| Genus | Berberis |
| Species | thunbergii |
| Forma | atropurpurea |
| Cultivar | 'Rose Glow' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Ingestion may cause mild upset stomach. |
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Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2 - 7a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -34 - (-9) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 15 |
| Height | 1 - 2 m |
| Spread | 1.5 - 2.5 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Bushy and dense. |
| Landscape | Works well in gardens and as borders and groundcover. |
| Propagation | Propagate through hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Will thrive in any soil type that is not waterlogged, and should be grown in full sun. |
| Pests | The bacteria Pseudomonas berberidis may cause black spots on leaves, and the barberry aphid (Liosomaphis berberidis) may also be a problem as can powdery mildews. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Young leaves are purple, irregularly marbled with pink and white, becoming entirely purple later. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are sparse, small and yellow. |
| Fruit Description | Berries are small and glossy red. |
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