Golden-Leaved Japanese Barberry

Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea' Berberidaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Zucker Shrub Collection

Source of plant

Heronswood

Description

A dense, relatively slow-growing shrub reaching a height of 3'-4'; it does not flower or fruit heavily. Leaves are a vivid yellow and do not burn or scorch in full sun; in shade the color softens to yellow-green.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

invasive, foliage characteristics