Japanese Barberry Fruit Seeds

Grow ornamental and hardy Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii) shrubs at home with these premium seeds. This deciduous shrub produces vibrant red berries in fall, adding stunning seasonal color to gardens and landscapes. Japanese Barberry is ideal for hedges, borders, or container planting and attracts birds while offering low-maintenance growth and natural beauty.

Features & Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Berberis thunbergii

• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO

• Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub / Fruit-bearing

• Fruit Color: Bright Red

• Sun Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, soil enriched with organic matter

• Ideal for: Home gardens, hedges, container planting, landscape borders

• Germination Rate: Moderate to High with proper care

• Packaging: Seed packet suitable for home planting

Planting & Sowing Instructions:

1. Sowing Time: Sow seeds in fall or stratify seeds in the refrigerator for 8–12 weeks for spring planting.

2. Seed Preparation: Clean seeds and remove any pulp before sowing.

3. Seed Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix or well-prepared soil.

4. Spacing: Space seedlings 3–5 feet apart to allow for mature shrub growth.

5. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; moderate watering after establishment.

6. Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade promotes strong growth and vibrant berry production.

7. Harvesting: Berries appear 2–3 years after sowing when fully red and firm.