Barberry. Upright evergreen shrub with glossy, spine-tipped, dark green leaves Pendent racemes of dark orange flowers followed by blue-glaucous, black fruit. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers March to April. Fruits May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
| Info | |
| Colour | Orange |
| Evergreen Or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Flower Colour | orange/yellow |
| Good For Wildlife | yes |
| Hardiness | hardy |
| Height | 2-3m |
| Native To | Chille/Argentina |
| Plant Size | Medium: 2-5 Litres |
| Poisonous | yes |
| Pot Size | 2lt |
| Scented | yes |
| Season | Spring |
| Soil Type | Any well drained |
| Spread | 2-3m |
| Time Of Flowering | April-May |
| Common Name | Darwin's barberry |
| Award Of Garden Merit | yes |
| Aspect | Sun or Part Shade |