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Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana'

Family Berberidaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana' (golden dwarf barberry) bears medium green blooms during mid-spring to late spring. This shrub is rounded in form and has medium lime and light brown foliage that is showy, matte and medium textured. The fruit produced by Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana' (golden dwarf barberry) is showy. The bark is smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging, hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds to your garden. Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana' (golden dwarf barberry). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. Where conditions are favourable, Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana' (golden dwarf barberry) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.