Berberis t Bagatelle #3
Berberis t Bagatelle #3
Bagatelle Japanese Barberry
Compact red shrub
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Compact mound of coppery-red leaves. Many branched stems have sharp thorns. Somewhat slow growing. Has tiny, yellowish flowers in late April to early May, often hidden by the foliage, not considered showy. Bright red berries attract birds. Deer tolerant.
Botanical Name- Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Bagatelle'
Pronunciation- BER-ber-iss thun-BERG-ee-eye form ah-troh-pur-PUR-ee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 1.5 ft
Mature Height- 1.5 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, except wet
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Yellow
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants- Achillea 'Moonshine' (dark red leaves vs yellow umbels)
Fauna Attracted- Bees (early spring nectar), fruit-eating birds (though can be invasive???check local guidelines)
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C11
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or after flowering; tolerate dry conditions but water deeply in drought.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter for structure or after flowering for shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. In clay, avoid soggy conditions by improving drainage.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Rust, aphids
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