Berberis thunbergii - 'Atropurpurea' (Barberry)

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Hedging & Screening, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Spreading arching, Architectural Form
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours Yellow Flowers (Summer early), Purple Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Frost hardy
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Plant Strengths: Attractive autumn colour; Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Suitable for hedging or topiary.

Plant Weaknesses: Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!

Design & Plant Use for Berberis thunbergii:
  • Spine bearing plant ideal for security hedge
  • Provides extended interest with blossom, berries and autumn colour


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