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Berberis thunbergii 'Royal Cloak'

Family Berberidaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Berberis thunbergii 'Royal Cloak' (Japanese barberry) bears showy and medium yellow blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. This plant has showy foliage that is greyish fuchsia in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Berberis thunbergii 'Royal Cloak' (Japanese barberry).
Typical Uses Border, hedge and topiary.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Berberis thunbergii 'Royal Cloak' (Japanese barberry). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets.