Berberis thunbergii atropurpurea 'Bagatelle'
Dwarf Purple Barberry
A gem of a shrub with a compact neat ball-shaped habit and small round red purple leaves. Makes a round bun shape of colour before leaves fall in the Autumn. Rarely growing more than 12cm (5in) in five years.

Use as a small specimen shrub for the front of a mixed shrub border. Can also be grown in large containers for patio use. Ideal as an attractive hedge when planted 30cm (12cm) apart in a single line.

Suitable for: Requires full sun to maintain foliage colour. Tolerates all soil types and completely hardy.

Height and Spread in 10 years: 50cm x 60cm (18in x 24in)

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