Japanese Barberry 'Concorde'
Japanese Barberry 'Concorde'

Japanese Barberry 'Concorde'

Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.

$24.99
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A sophisticated dwarf shrub that brings a dramatic "pop" of deep velvet-purple to any garden space. Its dense, mounded form is covered in small, oval leaves that emerge a brilliant red in spring before maturing into a dark, plum-like burgundy. In autumn, the foliage ignites into a fiery scarlet-orange, often accompanied by tiny, ornamental red berries that persist like jewels into the winter months.
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Plant Details

Mature Size:

1.5–2' H x 2–2.5' W

Zone:

4-8

Watering:

Low to Medium

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

Growth Rate:

Slow

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Concorde Japanese Barberry, Concorde Barberry, Concord Barberry.

Scientific Name:

Berberis thunbergii 'Concorde'

Type:

Ornamental Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically 18–24 inches tall and 24–30 inches wide.
  • Growth Habit / Form: Compact, dense, and rounded mounded habit.
  • Growth Rate: Slow.
  • Longevity: Can live for approximately 20 years under ideal conditions.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full Sun (best colour) to Partial Shade.
  • Soil Preferences: Adaptable to most fertile, well-drained soils; prefers a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
  • Soil Tolerance: Tolerates clay, loam, sandy, and alkaline soils.
  • Watering: Moderate during the first year; drought-tolerant once established.

Special Features:

Deer and rabbit resistant. This specific cultivar produces little to no viable seed, making it a more environmentally friendly alternative to other barberries.
Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Tiny, inconspicuous yellow flowers in mid-spring (April–May).
  • Fall Colour: Outstanding scarlet to orange-red.
  • Bark / Fruit: Showy scarlet berries from early fall through winter.

Garden Value:

Ideal for low-maintenance landscaping, including rock gardens, foundation plantings, small hedges, or as a "filler" in mixed containers.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Flowers attract bees and butterflies; berries provide a food source for birds.
  • Human Value: Serves as a decorative "living wall" or security barrier to deter unwanted foot traffic or animals.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Early spring or fall.
  • Spacing: 24–30 inches apart.
  • Location Tips: Select a well-drained site to avoid root rot; provides a natural barrier due to thorns.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Best foliage colour is achieved in full sun, though it tolerates partial shade.
  • Moisture Requirements: Requires average, well-drained moisture; highly adaptable once established but cannot tolerate standing water.
  • Maintenance, Fertilization: Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain its tidy, rounded shape. Apply a balanced, slow-release shrub fertilizer in early spring.

Tolerances:

Drought, urban pollution, road salt, and light frost.

Tips For Success:

Always wear thick leather gloveswhen handling or pruning due to sharp thorns. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to retain moisture but keep it away from the main stems.
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