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Japanese Barberry
Scientific Name: Berberis thunbergii DC.
Family: Berberidaceae

Show Larger Picture Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea'

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 1-24,28-41 USDA: 5-10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy to -20°F (-29°C) Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade Origin: Japan Growth Habits: Deciduous shrub, up to 6 feet tall (1.8 m), 6 feet spread (1.8 m) Watering Needs: Regular to moderate water Propagation: Seeds or cuttings

Blooming Habits:
The small, bell shaped, striped greenish yellow flowers appear in mid spring.