(Barberry) The first of its kind STERILE Barberry bush. After many years of research and testing Barberry SUNJOY MINI MAROON was born. It is proven to be rust resistant which can sometimes be a problem with some of the older non thunbergii Barberry shrubs. SUNJOY MINI MAROON is a cute and compact variety standing only 1 foot tall and 2 foot wide creating a flat mounding habit. The deep burgundy foliage is lined with a light green margin for added interest. Planted in full sun is where SUNJOY MINI MAROON takes on its best coloration. A nice choice for borders, specimens or foundation plantings, SUNJOY MINI MAROON adds a spot of color from spring through fall. Trimming is generally not necessary, but if you feel you need to we recommend trimming in the fall or spring. Barberry are a very deer resistant variety, yet attract the songbirds with its tiny red fall/winter berries. Barberry SUNJOY MINI MAROON is a PROVEN WINNERS COLORCHOICE Flowering Shrub.