Berberis thunbergii 'Chocolate Summer'

Hardy Shrub

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Alluring, dark foliage on bushy, upright stems

Makes a superb hedge or a colourful feature plant in mixed borders

Undemanding and easy to grow

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1 x 9cm Potted Plant

£14.99

2 x 9cm Potted Plants

£21.99

1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant

£34.99

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This hardy, deciduous shrub makes a superb colour contrast in mixed borders. Purple-pink foliage covers the upright red stems, producing a most attractive display in summer. The tiny yellow flowers of Berberis thunbergii 'Chocolate Summer' attract bees and other pollinating insects, making this a great choice for wildlife gardens. By late summer, it bears orange-red berries which extend the season of interest. An easy to grow shrub that needs very little maintenance, once established. For the best foliage colour, grow Barberry plants in a sunny spot. Height: 120cm (48”). Spread: 60cm (24”).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 120cm (48in)
Spread Up to 60cm (24in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For low maintenance gardenwildlife gardenscottage gardens

Position In sun or semi shade

Flowering Months

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Codes
1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KF2941)
1 x 9cm Potted Plant (KB0697)
2 x 9cm Potted Plants (KB0725)

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.

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

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.

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