BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'
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BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'
Commonly known as Japanese barberry
Deep reddish purple leaves on bright red stems
£16.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £15.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, powdery mildew. -
Place of origin
Japan -
Deciduousleaves to 3cm (1¼in) long.
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Yellow
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Racemes
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Border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Obovate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, spiny shrub with arching branches. Produces lemon yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries and scarlet foliage in autumn.
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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.
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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
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Tolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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Berberis - Care Guide
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