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Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry
Berberis thunbergii 'Admiration'
Dwarf Red Barberry
In stock · from $45.99
Two-tone leaves that are brilliant orange-red with a creamy yellow edge. Lower leaves that receive less sun are vibrant green. Foliage grows all the way to the ground. Tolerates clay soils, urban conditions and occasional drought.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-20.
Good to know
- Deer resistant.
- Rabbit resistant.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry get?
About 2' tall and 2' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry need?
Moderate water use.
Will Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $45.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Admiration Dwarf Red Barberry wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.