Thunberg's barberry 'Golden dream' 5L

Thunberg's Barberry 'Golden Dream' – Compact Shrub with Golden Leaves

Thunberg's barberry 'Golden Dream' is a unique, decorative deciduous shrub with intensely golden leaves and a compact form. It is perfect for small gardens, flower beds, hedges and containers, giving the garden colour throughout the season.

Characteristics

• List: Small, oval, intensely golden throughout the growing season, they can take on warm orange shades in autumn.
• Flowers: Small, yellow flowers appear in May and June, attractive to pollinating insects.
• Fruit: Red berries, after blooming, add charm in autumn and winter and attract birds.
• Height and width: It grows up to 0.5-1 meter in height and similar in width, forming compact, dense clumps.
• Cut: Compact and spreading, ideal for borders and group plantings.

Growing conditions

• Position: It grows best in full sun, where the leaves reach the most intense golden color. It tolerates partial shade, but the leaves may be less pronounced.
• Soil: Permeable, moderately moist, well-drained. The plant also tolerates weaker soils and urban conditions.
• Watering: It requires moderate watering, especially during periods of drought. Young plants should be watered regularly until they are fully rooted.
• Frost resistance: Fully frost-resistant, ideal for Polish climatic conditions.

Care

• Trimming: It is recommended to prune in early spring or after flowering to maintain the desired shape and density.
• Fertilization: Spring fertilization with compound fertilizers promotes healthy growth and leaf color intensity.
• Immunity: Barberry 'Golden Dream' is resistant to diseases and pests, which makes it easy to grow.

Use in the Garden

• Beds and hedges: Ideal for low hedges, borders and as an accent in beds.
• Plant in containers: Perfect for planters on terraces and balconies, adding color to small spaces.
• Ornamental accent plant: The golden leaves provide a striking contrast to darker plants and flowers.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring: Bright yellow new leaves and subtle flowers.
• Summer: Intense golden leaves give the garden a distinctive color.
• Autumn: Warm orange shades of leaves and red berries.
• Winter: Red berries attract birds and decorate the garden.

Plant Specification

• Flower pot: 5 liters .
• Age: 2 years old.
• Frost resistance: Yes.