Berberis thunb. 'Natasza'? - P9 (ORDER X 18 PIECES)

Description
The Japanese barberry 'Natasza' (Berberis thunbergii) is a dense, overhanging, branched, compact shrub with decorative fruits that remain on the plant for a very long time. The Japanese barberry 'Natasza' also has ovate, multicoloured leaves. Its red new growth is also an interesting sight. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and spreads to approx. 1 m.

Bulletpoints
* ornamental fruit * the flowers attract large numbers of bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive orange-red autumn colour * tolerates pruning * red new growth * Low-maintenance * Drought-tolerant, suitable for urban environments, wind-resistant, deer-resistant

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Japanese barberry 'Natasza' are variegated, ovate and alternate. They are about 3–4 cm in size. Red new growth. Japanese barberry 'Natasza' turns a bright orange-red in autumn.

Spread
China to Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese barberry 'Natasza' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese barberry 'Natasza' is a dense, overhanging, branched and compactly growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.6–1 m and spreads to a width of approx. 0.6–1 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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

Soil
Berberis thunbergii 'Natasza' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

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

Tasks
- Mulching: In the period from March to April.

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.

Fruit
The fruits of Berberis thunbergii 'Natasza' are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Sticks for a very long time.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Ornamental shrub, bee pasture, hedge

Shoots
The shoots of Berberis thunbergii 'Natasza' are spiny.

Root
Berberis thunbergii 'Natasza' is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.