Botanical Name: Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea' Add
Common Name: Red Leaf Japanese Barberry  
Plant photo of: Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea'
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  • Anatomy

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Red

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

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Photographer: Linda Engstrom
  • Description

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A thorny, deciduous shrub growing 4-6' high and as wide, Red Japanese Barberry can be contained with some light pruning. Its purplish-red leaves contrast beautifully against a dark green background.