Overview & Description

The Rose Glow Barberry (Berberis thunbergii ‘Rose Glow’) is a striking, versatile shrub known for its unique mottled foliage blending shades of pink, red, green, and white on new growth, maturing to deep maroon-purple. Small yellow flowers with red-tinged petals appear in spring, followed by bright red berries persisting into winter, adding seasonal colour against thorny branches that provide natural deer resistance. Foliage colour is most vibrant when planted in full sun.

Growth & Size

This variety exhibits a compact, rounded, and dense growth habit. It forms a tidy, well-shaped shrub, typically reaching a mature size of about 4 to 5 feet in both height and spread.

Additional Notes

It blooms in mid-spring with small yellow flowers. Hardy and adaptable to various well-drained soils, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates drought and urban conditions once established, and requires low-maintenance care. An outstanding choice for borders, hedges, foundation plantings, or as a standout accent where unique colourful foliage, seasonal berries, and year-round interest are desired.