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Barberry

Creme Royale™ Barberry

Berberis thunbergii 'MeaRoy'

Creme Royale™ Barberry brings a painterly mix of purple, green and creamy white to every leaf. This tough, reliable compact shrub grows about two feet tall and three feet wide, with yellow flowers in spring and red berries that hang on into winter.

USDA Zones4-8
LightFull sun to part shade
Height2 ft
Width3 ft
BloomYellow in spring
FoliageMottled purple, green and creamy white · Deciduous

Key features

  • Mottled purple, green and white foliage
  • Tough, reliable and compact
  • Yellow spring flowers
  • Red berries into winter

Great for

Low hedgeBorderMass plantingContainer

Plant guides

Look for the white Gartenmeister® pot
Find Creme Royale™ Barberry in the garden center at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent nurseries.
Where to BuyRetailer availability

Creme Royale™ Barberry questions

How big does Creme Royale Barberry get?

Creme Royale™ Barberry grows 2 ft tall and 3 ft wide at maturity.

What zone is Creme Royale Barberry hardy in?

Creme Royale™ Barberry is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Light: full sun to part shade.

When does Creme Royale Barberry bloom?

Bloom: Yellow in spring.

When should I prune Creme Royale Barberry?

Barberry needs very little pruning. If you want to shape it or remove dead stems, trim in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Wear gloves, because the stems are thorny.

Why is my Creme Royale Barberry losing its color?

Foliage color is strongest in full sun. In too much shade, gold, orange and red barberries fade toward green. Move it to a sunnier spot or thin nearby plants to let in more light.

Where can I buy Creme Royale Barberry?

Look for Creme Royale™ Barberry in the white Gartenmeister® pot at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent garden centers. Selection varies by region and season. Can't find it? Ask us where to buy.