Berberis thunbergii 'Harlequin' - Japanese Barberry 3 Litre Pot

Berberis thunbergii 'Harlequin' - Japanese Barberry

This eye-catching deciduous barberry is renowned for its uniquely variegated foliage in shades of purple-red, pink, and creamy white. Compact and manageable, it brings vibrant colour and texture to gardens throughout the year with minimal maintenance required.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring brings small yellow flowers that contrast beautifully with the emerging variegated foliage. The leaf colours intensify through summer, while autumn sees bright red berries appear alongside fiery foliage tones before leaf fall.

Key Features

• Striking purple-red foliage mottled with pink and white
• Compact growth habit ideal for small spaces
• Yellow spring flowers
• Red autumn berries and foliage tints
• Spiny stems deter intruders

Perfect For

Small gardens, front-of-border planting, low hedging, containers, and as a colourful accent plant. Excellent for adding year-round interest to compact spaces.

Growing Tips

Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun to maintain the best leaf variegation. Tolerates partial shade but colours may be less intense. Very drought-tolerant once established. Prune lightly after flowering if required. Handle with gloves due to spines.

Looks Great With

Plant with silver-leaved plants like Stachys byzantina, or with pink and purple flowers such as salvias and geraniums. Combines well with ornamental grasses for textural contrast.

A stunning compact shrub that provides exceptional colour and interest throughout the seasons.