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Barberry 'Red Leaf Japanese': Purple-Red Foliage Turns Amber in Fall

Barberry 'Red Leaf Japanese'

Showy purple-red foliage all season, turns deep amber in fall. Dense branching habit makes a superb hedge or barrier plant. Deciduous. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

Growing Requirements

Full Sun
Moderate Moisture
Height: 3–5 feet
Spread: 2–4 feet

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