Barberry-Crimson Cutie 2C

Crimson Cutie® Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Cutie') is a compact, deciduous shrub featuring rich burgundy-red foliage that maintains its vibrant color throughout the growing season, with small yellow spring flowers and a naturally dense, rounded habit. Thriving in full sun with average, well-drained soil and moderate moisture, this colorful shrub is well suited for low borders, foundation plantings, and landscape accents throughout central Illinois. Crimson Cutie® Barberry offers excellent cold hardiness, good drought tolerance once established, and minimal pruning requirements, although its thorny branches and the invasive potential of Japanese barberry in Illinois should be considered before planting.