A colorful, care-free barberry that is not invasive. Deep purple-red foliage on a dense, nicely shaped mound. Requires little to no pruning to stay small and lush, and is highly resistant to damage from deer and rabbits. Botanical Name- Berberis thunbergii ‘NCBT1’ Pronunciation- BER-ber-iss thun-BERG-ee-eye Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 3 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Yellow Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’ – pollinator-friendly synergy, sun-loving Fauna Attracted- Bees (early spring nectar), fruit-eating birds (though can be invasiveƒ??check local guidelines) Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C11 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or after flowering; tolerate dry conditions but water deeply in drought. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter for structure or after flowering for shape. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. In clay, avoid soggy conditions by improving drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Rust, aphids
