Berberis thunbergii - Darts Red Lady
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Cultivation notes: Berberis will flourish in most well drained soils, tolerating all but the poorest of soils. Plant in full sun for best foliage and flowering. Berberis is fully hardy - tolerating exposed locations. Prune to shape in spring - removing older wood to base.
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Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Suitable for hedging or topiary; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Invasive/spreading root growth; Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!
Common Missspellings: Berbaris, Berberas, Barberis, Burbaris, Burberis
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