Think of Kobold Barberry as a barberry with both ornamental value and a practical landscape role. Find Kobold Barberry at The Greenhouse Nursery, a Cache Valley favorite in Logan, UT. The thorny framework of Kobold Barberry can discourage browsing and create a useful low barrier. For Kobold Barberry, wear gloves when pruning, and remove entire misplaced branches instead of only trimming the tips.
Berberis thunbergii Kobold (Kobold Barberry)
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate, growing about 6-12 inches annually.
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Light Needs: Full sun for the best foliage color.
Water Needs: Low to moderate. Prefers well-drained soil and tolerates drought once established.
Flower Color: Pale yellow; inconspicuous
Bloom Time: Mid-spring
Fall Color: Orange-red




