Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea' (Barberry) 40-60cm - 4ltr
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If you choose to collect from our nursery you may wish to sign up to our Garden Trade Card to receive extra discounts (5-10%).
Product Description
Common name: Purple Japanese Barberry
Berberis thunbergii is a medium sized spiny shrub with small rounded leaves. The variety 'Atropurpureum' has attractive, deep purple-red leaves that turn a coppery colour in the autumn. In spring it bears small yellow flowers, with tints of red, followed by small shiny red fruits. Barberry will grow in any well-drained soil, in sun or partial shade (the best autumn colours are achieved in full sun) Barberry is ideal for creating a dense thorny hedge, and it's deep colour creates a contrast with other foliage. Average eventual height 3-5ft.
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Suitable for: Mixed hedging, single species hedge, shrub
Features: Attractive leaf colour, thorny barrier
