Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana'

Japanese Barberry

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Common Name: 

Japanese Barberry

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green Purple

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

90 cm

Maximum width: 

120 cm

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Description

'Atropurpurea' vary in plant size and foliage color, going from bronzy red to purple red.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Blooming

Bloom time is dependent on individual species.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Growth

Barberries are generally grown as hedges.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Planting

Plant seeds in early spring. Take stem cuttings in summer.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Interesting facts

Barberries are very hardy plants that can handle climate and soil extremes. Berberis is a very large genus with close to 500 species that are native to temperate and subtropical regions across the globe. The berries are edible and full of vitamin C. Unfortunately, the thorny shoots and sharp flavor make it undesirable for harvest to some. Throughout history, the shoots and roots have been used to produce yellow dye.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana') - Soil and irrigation

Very hardy with all soil types.

Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana' - Japanese Barberry - Photos