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BERBERIS darwinii

Commonly known as Darwin's barberry

Bright orange flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    3 to 5 spine-toothed, dark-green leaves 2-4cm (¾-1½in) long.
  • Orange
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    3m (10ft)
  • Hedge
    Ideal for hedging
    Suitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
  • Tall Shrub
    Vigorous, profusely flowering upright shrub
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

BERBERIS darwinii

 
£16.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £15.00 each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Good to know
    Originally 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 & Diseases
    Aphids, powdery mildew.
    Place of origin
    Chile, Argentina
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
    Pendent racemes to 5cm (2in) long of 10-30 flowers 5mm (¼in) across
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea with more shelter
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf shape
    Obovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 5
    Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
    Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
    When: Annually after flowering.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
    Any well-drained soil.
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Berberis - Care Guide
Hedging - Box Alternatives
3m (10ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  3m (10ft)
  

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