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Berberis thunbergii DC. Japanese barberry · Ornamentals · bred by Janusz Szewczyk

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant is a slow-growing dwarf shrub. After 6 years of cultivation, the height reaches 30 cm with a width of 50–60 cm; in mature specimens, the dimensions can be up to 80–100 cm. The crown is very dense and compact.

Leaves are oval or spatulate, lemon-yellow in color, with an orange tint on young growth; in autumn, they turn golden-orange or red tones. In May, the plant blooms with small yellow flowers; by autumn, red oval berries ripen.

The variety possesses good resistance to diseases and pests; hardiness zone 4–5b. It prefers sunny areas and well-drained garden soils and tolerates pruning well. Used for borders, rock gardens, and terrace decoration.

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Countries of admission

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Janusz Szewczyk 15 Developed the variety
Applicant
Janusz Szewczyk 15 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Janusz Szewczyk 15 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

Poland № O O1807
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  1. Application filed 9 January 2014
  2. Registered 12 February 2016
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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