Japanese barberry 'Red Filler'

Berberis thunbergi 'Red Pillar'

Growth Characteristics
- Form: An upright shrub; the leaves are small, oval-shaped, and reddish in color.
- Size: Typically grows up to about 1.5 meters in height, with a diameter of approximately 0.5 meters.
- Leaves: They are red in spring and summer, and the color deepens in autumn.
- Flowers: Small, fragrant yellow flowers bloom around May.
- Fruit: Small red fruits form in autumn and persist until winter.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: Harvest mature fruits in autumn and sow the seeds. Dormancy must be broken by refrigeration before germination.
- Cuttings: Propagation can be performed via cuttings in semi-hardy soil during the summer, with a high success rate.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: It prefers well-drained soil, and acidic to neutral soil is suitable. - Sunlight: It prefers sunny locations but can adapt to partial shade.
- Watering: It is somewhat drought-tolerant, but sufficient watering is necessary during the initial establishment period.
- Fertilizer: Nutrients can be supplied using slow-release fertilizer in the spring.

Garden Use
- Border Planting: Its small, upright growth makes it suitable for border planting or creating separated zones.
- Color Contrast: Planting it alongside other green plants creates a beautiful landscape through color contrast.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Although relatively resistant, it may contract root rot if waterlogged. Thorough drainage management is essential.
- Pests: Damage from aphids or moth larvae may occur. Upon early detection, you can spray with soapy water or use eco-friendly garden pesticides.
- Proper Care: Regular pruning improves ventilation, which helps reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Based on this information, if you properly care for the Japanese barberry 'Red Filler', you will be able to create a beautiful landscape in your garden.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Berberidaceae
Height	100~150cm
Spread	100~150cm
Colors	yellow
Bloom Period	April~May
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

Japanese barberry 'Red Rocket'
Berberis thunbergii 'Red Rocket'

Japanese barberry 'Red DJ'
Berberis thunbergii 'Red DJ'