Illustrative photo.
Berberis thunbergii 'BONANZA GOLD®' Japanese barberry
size/type
low or groundcovering,low or groundcovering
usual height
0,3-0,5m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
soil type
any (acidic to alkaline)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
This Japanese barberry is a relatively new plant, patented in the USA only in 1993 (PP8215). It is a cross between varieties Atropurpurea and Aurea Nana. The result is a compact, nearly thorn-free shrub, with bright yellow leaves tolerant of sun scald.
Bonanza Gold® is a beautiful choice for borders and group plantings with its bright yellow-golden leaves and mound-forming, low habit. Its growth rate, however, is not as slow as you may have expected from a dwarf plant.
Growing conditions and care
It tolerates most soil types provided it is well-drained. Fully hardy to -34°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 22-01-2008
