Berberis x media 'Red Jewel' is an ornamental hybrid barberry valued for its coloured foliage and compact habit.

Characteristics
A small to medium deciduous shrub reaching about 1-1.2 m in height and width, rounded and densely branched with slender, evenly spaced stems forming a full bush. The small oval leaves emerge bright red in spring, become deep red to purple in summer and take on red-orange tones in autumn. Small yellow cup shaped flowers open along the stems in spring, followed by red berries.

Growing and care
Full sun keeps the colour strong, in any well drained soil; very hardy and drought tolerant once established. Prune in late winter to keep it dense and remove damaged stems.

Uses
Low hedges, colour accents in mixed borders, foundation planting, rock gardens and containers.