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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Berberis thunbergii Atropurpurea
Purple Japanese Barberry
Flower Colors
Description
A vigorous, bushy deciduous shrub about 1m tall, with rounded, dark reddish-purple or purplish-bronze leaves to 3cm long that turn red in autumn; small red-tinged, pale yellow flowers in spring are followed by glossy red autumn berries
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsWildlife gardensFlower borders and bedsGarden edgingHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5LP034020V0025Z00010 | €8.97 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.