Berberis sieboldii - 40-50 CM C3

Description
The Barberry (Berberis sieboldii) is a compact garden plant that produces yellow flowers. They appear in May. The Barberry also has dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 80 cm.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Barberry are dark green.

Frost hardiness
The Barberry has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Barberry is compact in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear in May.

Use
Ornamental shrub