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Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Atropurpurea Nana' | Red Japanese Barberry

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DESCRIPTION
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Atropurpurea Nana' forms a dense mound of small, rounded leaves colored deep burgundy to reddish-purple through the growing season. The closely spaced foliage creates a refined texture along slender stems armed with short spines. In mid spring, small yellow flowers appear along the branches, adding a soft seasonal accent among the dark leaves. By autumn, bright red berries develop and remain on the stems after the foliage turns vivid crimson.

Derived from Berberis thunbergii native to Japan, this compact selection has long been cultivated in ornamental landscapes. In gardens it provides rich foliage color for borders, foundation plantings, and formal plantings where its dense habit and autumn berries add seasonal interest.

DESCRIPTION
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Atropurpurea Nana' forms a dense mound of small, rounded leaves colored deep burgundy to reddish-purple through the growing season. The closely spaced foliage creates a refined texture along slender stems armed with short spines. In mid spring, small yellow flowers appear along the branches, adding a soft seasonal accent among the dark leaves. By autumn, bright red berries develop and remain on the stems after the foliage turns vivid crimson.

Derived from Berberis thunbergii native to Japan, this compact selection has long been cultivated in ornamental landscapes. In gardens it provides rich foliage color for borders, foundation plantings, and formal plantings where its dense habit and autumn berries add seasonal interest.

 

  • Family: Berberidaceae
    Height: 18 to 24 inches
    Width: 24 to 36 inches
    Foliage color: Deep burgundy to purple red small oval leaves often turning brighter red in fall
    Flower color: Yellow flowers lightly flushed with red on the outer petals
    Bloom time: Mid spring; often April to May
    Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
    Water requirements: Average
    Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to shape plants and remove older stems to maintain a compact habit
    Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Bees and birds that feed on the small bright red berries

    This plant can be seen at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

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