Landscape Notes: Golden Japanese Barberry, Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’, is a bold accent or specimen plant that can be used effectively in well-chosen locations in the garden. This plant will not go unnoticed with its beautiful foliage.

Exposure/Culture: Golden Japanese Barberry, Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’, thrives in full sun or light shade. In full sun the foliage is a bright yellow, however in light shade the foliage color is more lime green. Golden Japanese Barberry, Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’, is reasonably drought tolerant and adaptable to soils, except wet soils. Prune to natural shape.

Other Notes: Golden Japanese Barberry, Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’, is a very dense form of Barberry. It can be used as an accent shrub or mass planting. Golden Japanese Barberry, Berberis thunbergii ‘Aurea’, through occasional trimming can be kept to a desired height and width. This plant is sure to add loads of color to any landscape!