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Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar'

Family Berberidaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar' (Japanese barberry) bears showy and pastel yellow blooms during mid spring to late spring. The showy foliage is greyish magenta in colour. Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar' (Japanese barberry) bears showy fruit.
Typical Uses Hedge.
Special Characteristics In autumn, Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar' (Japanese barberry). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets.