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BERBERIS darwinii
Commonly known as Darwin's barberry
Bright orange flowers
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Evergreen3 to 5 spine-toothed, dark-green leaves 2-4cm (¾-1½in) long.
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Orange
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubVigorous, profusely flowering upright shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
BERBERIS darwinii
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Good to knowOriginally found by Darwin on his Beagle voyage and introduced by Cornish plant hunter William Lobb c.1848. A good all-rounder. Makes a clippable, spiny hedge, has abundant, scented flowers, sometimes twice a year, and blue-black fruits. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects, berries for birds.Pests & DiseasesAphids, powdery mildew.Place of originChile, Argentina
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Flower ShapeRacemesPendent racemes to 5cm (2in) long of 10-30 flowers 5mm (¼in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf shapeObovate
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Pruning groupPruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsTolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
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Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden.
200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
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