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Berberis darwinii 'Compacta'Darwin's barberry 'Compacta'

Hardy Shrub

What is Hardy Shrub?
Woody plant, usually having a permanent framework of branches.
Capable of withstanding outdoor winter temperatures down to -15C.

£29.99

Compact evergreen shrub with bright orange flowers in spring

Robust, low-maintenance shrub or low hedge

Great wildlife value

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Height Up to 100cm (39in)
Spread Up to 100cm (39in)

Hardy Shrub

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Description
  • Height: Easily maintained at 60-90cm
  • Growth rate: slow
  • Evergreen
  • Great for wildlife

A dwarf version of the popular Berberis, Berberis darwinii 'Compacta' is smaller and slower growing than the species, reaching a maximum of around 1m (3.2ft). It makes an excellent choice for a low security hedge or low maintenance border shrub in the most challenging sites, with the additional bonus of offering plenty of value for wildlife too.

Dense, thorny stems act as a natural deterrent to intruders, whilst also making a popular nesting site for small birds. Small, glossy green spiny foliage provides year-round interest whilst in April and May, abundant nodding clusters of rich orange flowers, tinged red in bud, burst into bloom, creating a bright display and providing a valuable nectar source for pollinators. A second flowering may appear in autumn, followed by blue-black berries that attract birds.

Perfect for low hedging, this upright shrub is easy to maintain at a height of 60-90cm. Tough and resilient, it flourishes in all soil types, from heavy clay to shallow chalk and exposed coastal areas. A superb choice for wildlife-friendly, low-maintenance planting in any garden. Height and Spread: 60cm (24in) – 100cm (39in).

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1 x 2 Litre Potted Plant (KH3715)

How to Grow
Plant Berberis in full sun or partial shade, on a reliably moist, well-drained soil. Barberry plants are extremely resilient and will grow on many different soil types, except waterlogged.

For more information and guidance check out our Gardening Guides.

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Berberis require little maintenance once established. Trim back the stems lightly after flowering, removing dead or damaged growth at the same time.
Caution

Caution: irritant to skin and eyes,harmful if eaten

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large Non-standard items may incur a higher, lorry delivery charge. Charges will be calculated at checkout, but an example of the lorry charges are listed below.

  • Red - £9.99.
  • Purple - £2.99.

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For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.

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