Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Nana' |
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Dwarf Japanese Barberry |
Information by: Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
This small barberry is deciduous plant, only reaching 2' in height.. Foliage is red/purple; bright red berries appear in the fall. It needs full sun to develop the deep red color. Each branch has long thorns so it forms a good barrier.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
Under 1', 3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Purple, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.