Red Pillar is a spiny, tall berberis. Over time the growth will spread, but will grow upright for a few years from young. The foliage is dark purple, the leaves turn a vibrant red in autumn before falling. In spring, tiny yellow flowers appear, these are followed by small red berries. 

At a glance:

Deciduous foliage

Yellow flowers appear in spring

Full sun/partial shade

Well drained fertile soil

Hardy

Will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m over 5-10 years