This bush is adaptable to poor soil, drought conditions, pollution and soil compaction. Barberry bushes are susceptible to few plant diseases or pest problems.
Rosy glow barberry thrives in planting zones 4 through 7. It is a popular spiny shrub native to Japan.
The rosy glow barberry does not need any special care or maintenance and is a vigorous grower once it is established in your yard.
Rosy glow barberry bushes have variegated leaves that are purple with light pink splotches and produce yellow flowers in the months of April to May.
Rosy glow barberry looks great when planted with Stella de Oro Daylily (Hemerocallis "Stella de Oro") or golden coneflower (Rudbeckia fulgida "Goldstrum").