Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' (purpleleaf Japanese barberry) bears bright yellow blooms during mid spring to late spring. This shrub is mound shaped in form and has dark fuchsia and dark red foliage that is showy, glossy and medium textured. The fruit produced by Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' (purpleleaf Japanese barberry) is showy. The bark is smooth in texture.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' . Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' is tolerant of compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' (purpleleaf Japanese barberry) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets. Be advised that Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Concorde' (purpleleaf Japanese barberry) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
