Barberry. One of the best variegated forms a very attractive border plant. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers March to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Berberis thunbergii ‘Pink Queen’ (v)
One of the best variegated forms a very attractive border plant.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Berberis |
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Species | thunbergii |
Varietry | 'Pink Queen' (v) |
Common Name | Barberry |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Berberidaceae |
Spread | 2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | pink, white, grey |
Flowers From | March, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Group planting |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Remove dead flower heads and 1/3 of old wood, Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Powdery mildew |
Maintenance | Top dress in spring |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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