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    BERBERIS thunbergii

    Commonly known as Japanese barberry

    Green leaves changing to orange-red in autumn. Suitable for hedges
     
    Plant Details
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Excellent for hedging
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, powdery mildew.
    • Place of origin
      Japan
    • Deciduous
      leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long, fresh green above, bluish green beneath.
    • Yellow
      Red-tinged, pale yellow flowers.
    • Racemes
      Umbel-like racemes of 2-5, rarely solitary, flowers 1cm (½in) long
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Obovate
    • Height
      1m (39in)
    • Spread
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Hedge
      Ideal for hedging
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Dense, rounded, spiny shrub. Produces flowers along the branches, followed by ellipsoid, glossy red fruit.
    • Very hardy
      Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      1m (39in)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        2.5m (8ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Coastal / windswept
      Cottage garden
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 2
      Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
      Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
      When: Annually, after flowering.

    • Soil Conditions
      Tolerates all
      Any well-drained soil.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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