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Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Harlequin'

barberry

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The reddish-purple leaves, which are heavily marbled with pink and white, are perhaps the most striking feature of this deciduous shrub. It does however also produce small, red-tinted, pale yellow flowers in mid- to late spring and later in the year, glossy red berries. It makes a great specimen plant for a well-drained sunny border and should be clipped each year in autumn or winter to keep the colouring at its best.

How to care for Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea Harlequin:

Requires minimal pruning. Where pruning is required, cut back in autumn or winter, after the appearance of the autumn fruits.
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
1.2m
Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Slow growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationThis shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
  • InformationHumans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten

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