Berberis Thunbergii Atropurpurea (Purple Barberry)

Dense, rounded, deciduous shrub with dark red-purple or purplish bronze foliage, turning red in autumn Pale yellow flowers appear in mid-spring. This plant is very prickly. Eventual height 2.5 metres

Uses in the garden

Grown mainly as a hedging plant but it is also good for standalone specimens in the garden

Growth rate

On average Purple Barberry will grow 18”-2ft a year in ideal soil conditions

Best to plant...

Grow in almost any well drained soil in full sun or partial shade but will do better in full sun as it keeps its colour and fruits better.

Looking after your Golden Privet plants

Trim Purple Barberry plants after flowering (late spring)

Helpful hints

Make sure all soil is well prepared before planting takes place. This will include...
Clearing the area of all perennial weeds (i.e. Nettle, docks, thistles, couch grass) this can be done easily by applying a residual herbicide (Glyphosate) to the area 2-3 weeks prior to planting.
Prepare the soil area well by digging over to a minimum spades depth (12-16”) and width. Incorporate organic matter into the soil (i.e. compost, well rotted manure, well rotted garden waste) this will aid plant establishment and retain moisture in drier soils.
Only plant up to the soil mark on the stem of the plant, this is easily spotted, look just above where the roots of the plant start and you will see the mark. Water plants thoroughly once planted and then on a regular basis until the plants are well established. Bear in mind weather conditions and water more in hot, dry spells and less in prolonged heavy rain spells.

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