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Cherry Bomb Japanese Barberry - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2036815
UPC:
014949120118
$14.99
- Deep crimson foliage on compact, thorny branches makes an outstanding low hedge or barrier planting.
- Bright red berries add fall and winter interest while helping attract winter songbirds.
- Sun-loving and easy to grow—best color in full sun with minimal upkeep once established.
- Slow-growing, rounded habit matures to about 3–4 ft. tall and wide—ideal for small spaces and foundation lines.
Cherry Bomb Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii ‘Monomb’, CPBR #3488) delivers intense, season-long red color in a tidy, rounded shrub that’s perfect for borders, edging, and compact hedges. In spring, small yellow flowers appear, followed by vivid red berries that brighten the landscape through fall and winter and draw songbirds when other food sources are scarce. Use it to add bold contrast in mixed shrub beds, line walkways as a low barrier, or mass it for a vibrant, low-maintenance color block that stays neatly under most windows.
Plant Description
A compact, deciduous barberry with dense branching and rich crimson foliage. Excellent as a low hedge, barrier planting, or a single accent shrub with strong seasonal interest.
Foliage Color & Seasonal Interest
Deep red foliage holds strong through the growing season, maintaining bold color in the landscape. Fall color remains red, extending the show into cooler weather.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Small yellow flowers appear in spring, adding subtle contrast against the dark foliage and signaling the start of the seasonal display.
Berries & Winter Color
Bright red berries develop after flowering and persist into fall and winter, adding color when most shrubs fade and providing seasonal interest for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Habit & Size
Slow-growing, rounded shrub that typically matures to about 3–4 ft. tall and 3–4 ft. wide, making it easy to fit into tight borders and under windows.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun is recommended for the richest foliage color and best overall performance. Ideal for open sites and sunny foundation plantings.
Water & Soil
Thrives in average, well-drained soil; avoid poorly drained or persistently wet sites. Water when the top 3 inches of soil is dry, especially during establishment and hot spells.
Hardiness
Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Deciduous habit provides a clean winter silhouette, while berries can maintain color through the cold season.
Deer, Drought & Urban Tolerance
Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established. Also tolerates urban pollution and road salt exposure, making it a strong choice for streetscapes and tough sites.
Landscape Uses
Use as a low hedge, edging, or barrier planting; also excellent as a single specimen or grouped mass for bold color contrast. Works well in foundation beds, side yards, and perennial borders as a vibrant backdrop.
Care & Pruning
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; reduce frequency afterward. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually in late winter to shape and maintain density.
- Deep crimson foliage on compact, thorny branches makes an outstanding low hedge or barrier planting.
- Bright red berries add fall and winter interest while helping attract winter songbirds.
- Sun-loving and easy to grow—best color in full sun with minimal upkeep once established.
- Slow-growing, rounded habit matures to about 3–4 ft. tall and wide—ideal for small spaces and foundation lines.
Cherry Bomb Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii ‘Monomb’, CPBR #3488) delivers intense, season-long red color in a tidy, rounded shrub that’s perfect for borders, edging, and compact hedges. In spring, small yellow flowers appear, followed by vivid red berries that brighten the landscape through fall and winter and draw songbirds when other food sources are scarce. Use it to add bold contrast in mixed shrub beds, line walkways as a low barrier, or mass it for a vibrant, low-maintenance color block that stays neatly under most windows.
Plant Description
A compact, deciduous barberry with dense branching and rich crimson foliage. Excellent as a low hedge, barrier planting, or a single accent shrub with strong seasonal interest.
Foliage Color & Seasonal Interest
Deep red foliage holds strong through the growing season, maintaining bold color in the landscape. Fall color remains red, extending the show into cooler weather.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Small yellow flowers appear in spring, adding subtle contrast against the dark foliage and signaling the start of the seasonal display.
Berries & Winter Color
Bright red berries develop after flowering and persist into fall and winter, adding color when most shrubs fade and providing seasonal interest for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Habit & Size
Slow-growing, rounded shrub that typically matures to about 3–4 ft. tall and 3–4 ft. wide, making it easy to fit into tight borders and under windows.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun is recommended for the richest foliage color and best overall performance. Ideal for open sites and sunny foundation plantings.
Water & Soil
Thrives in average, well-drained soil; avoid poorly drained or persistently wet sites. Water when the top 3 inches of soil is dry, especially during establishment and hot spells.
Hardiness
Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Deciduous habit provides a clean winter silhouette, while berries can maintain color through the cold season.
Deer, Drought & Urban Tolerance
Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established. Also tolerates urban pollution and road salt exposure, making it a strong choice for streetscapes and tough sites.
Landscape Uses
Use as a low hedge, edging, or barrier planting; also excellent as a single specimen or grouped mass for bold color contrast. Works well in foundation beds, side yards, and perennial borders as a vibrant backdrop.
Care & Pruning
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; reduce frequency afterward. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually in late winter to shape and maintain density.
