Japanese Barberry Coronita Noted for its unusual foliage, Berberis thunbergii Coronita is a very prickly, deciduous shrub with a rather sprawling habit. The leaves are deep red, edged with lime green. Small cream-coloured flowers appear over a long period from spring to early summer; glossy red berries appear in autumn. Japanese barberry Coronita is an easy, low-maintenance shrub, a good contrast to green foliage. It will tolerate urban pollution, can be grown in a container and also works as an informal hedge. Site: Tolerates exposureSoil: Any well-drained soil, preferably moistPosition: Colours best in full sunSeason of interest: Spring to autumnHardiness: Fully hardy Height: up to 5’ (1.5m) Spread: up to 3’3” (1m)