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Berberis Cherry Bomb
Common Name: Cherry Bomb Barberry
Berberis thunbergii ‘Cherry Bomb’ (Cherry BombŪ Barberry) A compact, deciduous ornamental shrub prized for its striking burgundy-red foliage, bright red berries, and dramatic fall color. Its spiny branches and dense growth make it effective as a low hedge, barrier planting, or standout garden accent. Size: Width: 3–4 ft (~0.9–1.2 m) Height: 3–4 ft (~0.9–1.2 m) Zones: 4a–8b Light: Full sun to partial shade (best foliage color in full sun) Soil: Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils; drought tolerant once established Features: Foliage: Burgundy-red leaves that often deepen in autumn Flowers: Small yellow spinesy branches produce inconspicuous yellow flowers in spring Fruit: Bright scarlet berries in fall and winter that attract birds Form: Rounded, dense, mounded shrub with a barrier habit Attracts: Birds (to berries; shelter in thickets) Uses: Low hedge, mixed shrub borders, barrier planting, specimen accent Notes: This cultivar has sharp spines on its branches and can be resistant to deer. In some regions Japanese barberry cultivars can be invasive; check local guidelines before planting.
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Shrub |
| Width: | 3'-4' |
| Height: | 3'-4' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Zone: | 4 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Landscape/Use: | Foundation, Hedge |
| Shape: | Rounded |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | Yellow |
| Leaf Color: | Red |