Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Gentry' | Royal Burgundy Barberry
DESCRIPTION
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Gentry', commonly known as Royal Burgundy barberry, is a deciduous shrub prized for its deep burgundy foliage that maintains its rich color throughout the growing season. In spring, small, pale yellow flowers emerge, offering a soft contrast to the dark leaves. By autumn, the plant produces bright red berries that persist into winter, adding a splash of seasonal color and providing food for birds.
This cultivar, a refined selection of Berberis thunbergii, was bred for its compact size and intense foliage coloration. Its dense, rounded growth habit makes it an excellent choice for low hedges, foundation plantings, or mixed borders. With its rich hues and seasonal interest, 'Gentry' enhances a variety of garden styles and offers year-round visual appeal.
DESCRIPTION
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Gentry', commonly known as Royal Burgundy barberry, is a deciduous shrub prized for its deep burgundy foliage that maintains its rich color throughout the growing season. In spring, small, pale yellow flowers emerge, offering a soft contrast to the dark leaves. By autumn, the plant produces bright red berries that persist into winter, adding a splash of seasonal color and providing food for birds.
This cultivar, a refined selection of Berberis thunbergii, was bred for its compact size and intense foliage coloration. Its dense, rounded growth habit makes it an excellent choice for low hedges, foundation plantings, or mixed borders. With its rich hues and seasonal interest, 'Gentry' enhances a variety of garden styles and offers year-round visual appeal.
DESCRIPTION
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Gentry', commonly known as Royal Burgundy barberry, is a deciduous shrub prized for its deep burgundy foliage that maintains its rich color throughout the growing season. In spring, small, pale yellow flowers emerge, offering a soft contrast to the dark leaves. By autumn, the plant produces bright red berries that persist into winter, adding a splash of seasonal color and providing food for birds.
This cultivar, a refined selection of Berberis thunbergii, was bred for its compact size and intense foliage coloration. Its dense, rounded growth habit makes it an excellent choice for low hedges, foundation plantings, or mixed borders. With its rich hues and seasonal interest, 'Gentry' enhances a variety of garden styles and offers year-round visual appeal.
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Family: Berberidaceae
Height: 2-3 feet
Width: 2–3 feet
Foliage Color: Deep burgundy leaves that retain their rich color through the growing season, turning brighter red in fall
Flower Color: Small, pale yellow flowers
Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; prune in late winter or early spring
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 4–8
Wildlife Attractors: Birds, attracted to the small red berries that appear in fallThis plant can be seen in the Oregon trial garden at Monrovia.
