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BERBERIS julianae
Commonly known as Wintergreen barberry
Dense evergreen with spiny prickles and scented yellow flowers. A good hedging plant
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, powdery mildew.
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Place of originCentral China.
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Evergreenrigid leaves 4-8cm (1½-3in) long with strong spines.
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YellowSometimes red-tinged.
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Fully hardy
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubDense, upright, very spiny shrub. Flowers, 1cm (½ in) across, are produced in clusters of up to 20.
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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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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderCoastal / windsweptCottage garden
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Pruning group
Pruning 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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Soil Conditions
Tolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Berberis - Care Guide
Hedging - Box Alternatives