Barberry 'Superba'
Berberis x ottawensis f. purpurea 'Superba'
Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Half-hardy
H7-H3
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2.5m | Max | 2.5m |
1.5m | Min | 1.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Barberry 'Superba' Overview
This vigorous spiny medium-sized deciduous shrub has arching lax branches.It's leaves are broadly oval and are deep red-purple turning a brighter red in autumn. It has light yellow flowers in spring which develop into bright red berries.
Common problems with Barberry 'Superba'
Generally pest free but t can suffer from powdery mildew.
How to harvest Barberry 'Superba'
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Barberry 'Superba'
Seed
Cuttings
Take semi hardwood cuttings.
Special features of Barberry 'Superba'
Autumn colour
Hedge plant
Ground cover
Other uses of Barberry 'Superba'
This low maintenance shrub can be used a low hedge to cover banks & slopes but it also provides enough interest throughout the year to warrant being planted in borders & beds of coastal, courtyard, city or cottage gardens.