Berberis thunbergii Starburst
Barberry
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Common Name: Barberry
Latin Name: Berberis thunbergii 'Starburst'
Soil: Well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Flowering period/colour: Spring/ Yellow
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Eventual height/spread: 0.5m/0.7m
Special features: Deep crimson leaves in autumn.
The 'Starburst' is a unique form of barberry that features the most wonderful leaves that are mid-dark green in colour with splashes of creamy variegation. The obovate leaves come from red shoots when young, and then turn to a dazzling crimson colour in autumn. This deciduous shrub also has tiny yellow flowers that emerge in spring, and these later turn to red berries in autumn. The small fruits are a popular choice with wildlife. This colourful shrub is ideal for planting as edging to a path and also works well in beds.
Latin Name: Berberis thunbergii 'Starburst'
Soil: Well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Flowering period/colour: Spring/ Yellow
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Eventual height/spread: 0.5m/0.7m
Special features: Deep crimson leaves in autumn.
The 'Starburst' is a unique form of barberry that features the most wonderful leaves that are mid-dark green in colour with splashes of creamy variegation. The obovate leaves come from red shoots when young, and then turn to a dazzling crimson colour in autumn. This deciduous shrub also has tiny yellow flowers that emerge in spring, and these later turn to red berries in autumn. The small fruits are a popular choice with wildlife. This colourful shrub is ideal for planting as edging to a path and also works well in beds.
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