Berberis thunbergii Chocolate Summer
Berberis thunbergii Chocolate Summer
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Berberis thunbergii Chocolate Summer

£16.00
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Features

notes
Berberis thunbergii Chocolate Summer is a compact, spiny deciduous shrub, with dark, purple brown foliage. The flowers are sparse, small and yellow and much loved by pollinating insects, to be followed by orange red berries, which add late summer interest.
Insights

With a bushy habit, this is a great plant to provide autumn interest in a jaded border, or to form an unusual hedge, as it is such an interesting colour. Plant in a sunny spot for the best colour intensity.

Details
  • Flowers: April - May
  • Hardy
Planting
  • Well drained soil 
  • All aspects 
  • Full sun or partial sunlight 
Care
  • Requires little maintenance
  • Trim back stems after flowering
  • Can irritate skin