Shrubs

Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT1'

Sunjoy Mini Maroon® barberry

Sunjoy Mini Maroon® barberry. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners.

A dense, rounded barberry with deep purple-red foliage from spring into fall. This seedless selection stays compact without regular shaping. Its rich leaf color works as a low contrast plant in sunny borders, edging and grouped landscape plantings.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 2–3 ft. tall × 2–3 ft. wide
Water: Moderate; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8

Sizes & prices

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer & rabbits: Resistant; not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Keep in mind: Thorny stems; place away from narrow paths and play areas. Proven Winners identifies this cultivar as sterile, unlike seed-spreading Japanese barberry selections.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Deciduous.

Growing & care

Pruning: Lightly shape in early spring if needed; avoid cutting into thick, old wood.

Sources & photo credits

Proven Winners

Photo: Photo courtesy of Proven Winners · Authorized nursery promotional use

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.