Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
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 |
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: CT,DE,ID,IN,MA,ME,MN,NH,NY,VT,WV, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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