A dwarf deciduous purple leaved shrub with pale yellow flowers in May. Bright red berries and superb autumn leaf colour follows. A tough reliable easily grown shrub. Height 30-45cm (12-18")
Common NameJapanese Barberry
Height120-180 cm (48-72")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Evergreen/DeciduousDeciduous
Autumn ColourColourful Autumn Foliage
Coloured FoliageRed-Purple Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Bird FriendlyBird Friendly
BerriesBerries
Flower ColourCream
Plant TypeShrubs