Product description
Discovered by Charles Darwin in 1835, Berberis darwinii is an upright evergreen shrub that is bursting with vibrant warm colours in Spring. It boasts small, dense, spiny leaves in a rich dark green hue but really comes into its own when the flowers bloom in April. These small hanging sprays are fiery orange with red tinges making them really stand out. Blue-black berries complete the cycle in Summer and are a valuable source of food for birds and small mammals.
This compact variety is extremely low maintenance, and once it’s been positioned, requires very little attention to thrive. All it needs is to be watered regularly during dry spells of weather. No pruning is necessary, other than to remove dead or damaged branches and the shrub is generally pest-free.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Berberis 'Compacta'
Berberis 'Compacta'
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Product description
Discovered by Charles Darwin in 1835, Berberis darwinii is an upright evergreen shrub that is bursting with vibrant warm colours in Spring. It boasts small, dense, spiny leaves in a rich dark green hue but really comes into its own when the flowers bloom in April. These small hanging sprays are fiery orange with red tinges making them really stand out. Blue-black berries complete the cycle in Summer and are a valuable source of food for birds and small mammals.
This compact variety is extremely low maintenance, and once it’s been positioned, requires very little attention to thrive. All it needs is to be watered regularly during dry spells of weather. No pruning is necessary, other than to remove dead or damaged branches and the shrub is generally pest-free.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Berbaris plants are covered in spines, so always protect yourself with gloves and long sleeves when tending them.
How to Water
Water generously and regularly for the first growing season. After this, berbaris is relatively drought tolerant and only needs to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Berberis grows well in most moist but well-draining soil types and thrives in full sun or partial shade. Prepare the ground, digging in some garden compost and position the plant in the hole before backfilling and watering in well.
