One of very few evergreen, purple leaved shrubs. Rich dark purplish-bronze leaves are complimented by pretty pendulous soft yellow flowers in May / June. Not really fussy about sun/shade or soil type. Good autumnal foliage colour, Height 1-2m (3-7')
Common NameBarberry
Approx Height (10 yrs.)180 cm+ (72"+)
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Evergreen/DeciduousDeciduous
Coloured FoliageRed-Purple Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Bird FriendlyBird Friendly
BerriesBerries
Flower ColourYellow
Plant TypeShrubs