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BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'

Associated Products

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 0.9 kg

(0.9 kg - c&p inc) £6.00

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 2.5 kg

(2.5 kg - c&p inc) £10.00

Vitax Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser 4.5 kg

(4.5 kg - c&p inc) £16.00

Additional Plant Details

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    Pests & Diseases - aphids, powdery mildew.

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    Place of Origin - Japan

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    Flower Colour: Yellow

Delivery Information

Now is our busy spring period - orders are being packed 6 days a week, however please remember it may be 10 days before you RECEIVE your plants.

Orders can also be collected in person from our Nurseries, or some of our shows - just tell us during the checkout process.

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 AWARD BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'

Japanese barberry

Deep reddish purple leaves on bright red stems

Burncoose Catalogue Code

Deciduous - obovate, entire leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long.
Medium Shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - upright, spiny shrub with arching branches. Produces lemon yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries and scarlet foliage in autumn.

Hardiness Rating

Fully hardy - Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Mature Dimensions
overall height and width of plant once mature

Height and Spread - 1.5m (5ft)

Preferred Location

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Full Sun

Soil Conditions

No Preference - any well-drained soil.

Flowers In

Jan
Feb
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Dec

Buy BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'

Pot size: 2.5 or 3 Litre

£10.50 each
 MULTIBUY SAVING  Any 10+ £8.00 each
Any 3+ £9.16 each

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