How to Grow Rose Glow Barberry Shrub - Plant Care & Tips

By NorwichGardener Team   /   2025

Rose glow barberry shrub is a wonderful addition to any garden. It has beautiful, delicate leaves that are often tinted with red, pink, or purple. The flowers are small and white, and they bloom in the spring and summer. The berries are small and red, and they are edible.

How to Grow Rose Glow Barberry Shrub - Plant Care & Tips

Alternative name

  • Pink barberry
  • Rosy barberry
  • Blush barberry
  • Coral barberry
  • Salmon barberry

Things to Know

  • Rose glow barberry shrubs are deciduous plants that can reach up to 10 feet in height.
  • They are characterized by their arching branches and clusters of small, pinkish-white flowers.
  • The flowers give way to small, red berries which are loved by birds.
  • These shrubs are drought tolerant and do well in full sun to partial shade.
  • They are native to North America and can be found in woods and along streams from Quebec to Alberta.
  • Rose glow barberry shrubs are relatively easy to grow and are not susceptible to many pests or diseases.
  • They are an excellent choice for hedges, privacy screens, or foundation plantings.
  • If you are looking for a barberry shrub with colorful fall foliage, rose glow barberry is a good option as the leaves turn a reddish-purple hue.
  • Deer and rabbits generally avoid rose glow barberry shrubs.
  • These shrubs can live for many years, with some specimens known to be over 100 years old.

Related plant:
Modern Shrub Rose

Planting Process

  1. For rose glow barberry shrub, first step is to find a sunny spot in your yard.
  2. The second step is to dig a hole that is twice the width and depth of the roots of your plant.
  3. The third step is to mix some organic matter into the hole.
  4. The fourth step is to place your plant in the hole and backfill it with soil.
  5. The fifth step is to water your plant deeply.
  6. The sixth step is to fertilize your plant.
  7. The seventh step is to mulch your plant.
  8. The eighth step is to prune your plant.
  9. The ninth step is to water your plant regularly.
  10. The tenth step is to enjoy your beautiful rose glow barberry shrub!

Related plant:
Purple Rose Plant

Soil Condition

About soil condition, the rose glow barberry shrub needs well-drained soil that is moist but not wet. The shrub does not like to sit in wet or waterlogged soil, as this can lead to root rot. If the soil is too dry, the shrub will not produce as many flowers.

Light requirement

Not too different with other shrubs, the rose glow barberry shrub needs sun to grow and stay healthy. The amount of sun that the plant needs depends on the variety of rose glow barberry that you have. Some varieties can grow in partial shade, but others require full sun. If you're not sure how much sun your plant needs, check the label or ask a nursery worker for help.

Ideal Temperature

The temperature condition of the rose glow barberry shrub is very important to its overall health. If the temperature is too hot, the leaves will begin to wilt and the flowers will start to droop. If the temperature is too cold, the leaves will turn brown and fall off. The ideal temperature for this shrub is between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Humidity Requirement

Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50% or less. More than that, and the plant will start to suffer. If the leaves begin to droop and the stems start to wilt, it's a sign that the plant is not getting enough water.

Fertilizing

Regarding fertilizer, usually the plant doesn't need much. If you're using a good potting mix, it should have enough nutrients to last the entire growing season. However, if you notice the leaves turning yellow or the plant isn't growing as vigorously as it should be, you can give it a light fertilizer. Apply it according to the package directions, and make sure not to overdo it. Too much fertilizer can burn the roots and damage the plant.

About light

Pruning your rose glow barberry shrub is important to maintain its shape and promote new growth. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead or damaged branches. Cut back any overgrown branches to encourage new growth.

About Propagating

Propagation of rose glow barberry shrub is done by taking softwood or hardwood cuttings from the mother plant. The cuttings should be taken from new growth that is 4-6 inches long and has at least 2-3 leaves. Cut the stem at a 45 degree angle just below a leaf node. Fill a planting pot with a mixture of equal parts sand and peat moss. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and then plant it in the pot. Water the cutting well and place it in a warm area with indirect sunlight. The cutting should root within 4-6 weeks.

Plant Growth

Usually, the plant growth rate is in the spring and summer when the days are longer and there is more sunlight. However, the plant can continue to grow and produce new leaves and stems throughout the fall and winter as long as the temperature is not too cold. When the weather gets colder, the plant will go into a dormant state and the growth rate will slow down significantly.

The Problems

Common problems for this kind of plant are caterpillars, aphids, whiteflies, and scale. The caterpillars can be controlled with Bacillus thuringiensis or spinosad insecticide. To control aphids, whiteflies, and scale, use neem oil, horticultural oil, or insecticidal soap.

List to Know

  • Do not forget to water your rose glow barberry shrub regularly. Make sure that the soil is moist but not soggy.
  • Fertilize your rose glow barberry shrub every spring.
  • Prune your rose glow barberry shrub annually to promote new growth and maintain its shape.
  • Place your rose glow barberry shrub in an area that receives full sun.
  • Keep an eye out for pests and diseases and treat them accordingly.
  • Apply a layer of mulch around the base of your rose glow barberry shrub to help retain moisture.
  • Check the soil pH level and amend as needed. Rose glow barberry shrubs prefer slightly acidic soils.
  • Harvest the berries when they are ripe and use them fresh or cooked in pies or jams.
  • propagated through softwood cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer.

Substitution

  • Rosa rubrifolia
  • Rosa rugosa
  • Rosa sempervirens
  • Rosa setigera
  • Rosa stylosa
  • Rosa tomentosa
  • Rosa virginiana
  • Rosa webbiana
  • Rosa wichuraiana
  • Rosa xanthina

Source:
Common barberry : Berberis vulgaris - Berberidaceae (Barberry)
Common barberry - University of Minnesota
Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii) - Carleton College

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