- Full Sun
- 1.5 - 2 Feet Tall
- 2 - 2.5 Feet Wide
- Growing Zones 4-8
Looking for a plant to add a punch of color to the front of your garden beds or patio containers? Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry is the shrub for you. A dense, compact ball of pure color, this shrub has three seasons of interest and will add a unique accent to any garden plan. The bright yellow foliage withstands full sun exposure beautifully, with no signs of scorching from early spring through summer. When fall arrives, the small round foliage turns a delicious shade of saffron orange.
The completely rounded shape of the Mini Saffron Barberry makes an interesting contrast to other shrubs in the garden and requires virtually no pruning. Place Mini Saffron at the front of a mixed border for edging or dot it around for a spicy accent. Barberries have thorns, making them unappealing to deer. Drought and salt resistance are also high for Mini Saffron.
Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry Care
Grow Mini Saffron in a location that receives full sun for at least 6 hours daily. Soil that drains well year-round is a must, as Barberry can suffer from root rot. Average soil and a neutral pH work well. Water newly planted Barberry shrubs 2-3 times a week to establish a root system that is drought tolerant. After Mini Saffron is established, supplemental watering may only be needed during excessively hot or dry weather. Fertilize this shrub lightly early in the spring with a granular, slow-release feed. A balanced, all-purpose fertilizer is perfect.
Annual pruning is rarely needed to maintain a compact ball shape; only a light cutting back of any winter-damaged stems is necessary. Grow Mini Saffron Barberry in a container that has excellent drainage, and use an all-purpose potting mix. Fertilize the containers monthly through the growing season to replace nutrients leached out of the soil from watering. A liquid seaweed or fish emulsion will keep the foliage bright and healthy. Water the pots when the top 2-3 inches of potting soil are dry.
Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry Spacing
Mini Saffron Barberry has a mature height of 2 feet and a spread of 30 inches. Plant each shrub to allow good air circulation and room for viewing the attractive shape. Space each plant 3 feet apart on the center. Container-grown Mini Saffron requires a pot with at least a 16-inch diameter.
Restricted States: IN, MA, ME, NH, NY and VT.
Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 1.5 - 2 Feet |
| Mature Width: 2 - 2.5 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Yellow |
| Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Yellow |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Landscape |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Berberis thunbergii 'Kasia' USPP 24,817 |
- SKU:
- BERMS
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations