The shrub is already banned in New York, Maine, and other states. It’s a haven for ticks and mice. A red crimson Japanese barberry bush (Berberis thunbergii) grows in the middle of a decorative garden ...

What: Dwarf Purpleleaf Japanese Barberry, or berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea Concorde, was selected for its small, compact size and dense growth. In spring, deep red-burgundy foliage emerges as ...

The experts reminded homeowners considering removing Japanese barberry from their properties to always use protective gear when using power tools and chemicals. Japanese barberry is commercially ...