japanese barberry (berberis thunbergii)
Japanese Barberry berries
japanese barberry (berberis thunbergii) Japanese Barberry berries

Pot Grown Japanese Barberry
(Berberis thunbergii)

Berberis thunbergii is a slow-growing, prickly, deciduous hedge, but seemingly compact - a great alternative to Buxus.

We've dedicated time and care into growing your pot grown plant so it arrives looking stunningly new and healthy.

With the Japanese Barberry being slow growing and rather compact, it is the perfect plant when looking for a low, prickly hedge- it is a fantastic alternative to the Buxus Sempervirens, especially if your garden is getting box blight. The whole Berberis species is ideal as an intruder deterrent, due to being somewhat thorny in nature, as well as offering shelter for the wildlife.

The Berberis Thunbergii boasts lovely yellow flowers around Spring, following with red fruits, shaped like jewels, in the Autumn. Its bright green foliage complements the flowers and berries exceedingly, making the hedge wonderfully visually pleasing.

The Japanese Barberry is a hardy, tough plant that is somewhat easy to grow. It will grow well in most soils and sites, even coastal, but they always prefer a bit of sun/partial shade (which will help the plant thrive best).

  • Growth height: Slow (10-20cm per year)
  • Ideal height 2.5m+ Tall
  • Soil Type: Normal
  • Exposure: Coastal, Exposed, Inland
  • Aspect: Semi-shade, Sun
  • Evergreen foliage? No

As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just ensure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.

You should ensure your Berberis Thunbergii is pruned/trimmed straight after the flowering season is over.

  1. Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
  2. Remove the plant from its pot by placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
  3. Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
  4. Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down lightly to secure.
  5. When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs plenty to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.
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Berberis thunbergii is a slow-growing, prickly, deciduous hedge, but seemingly compact - a great alternative to Buxus.

We've dedicated time and care into growing your pot grown plant so it arrives looking stunningly new and healthy.

With the Japanese Barberry being slow growing and rather compact, it is the perfect plant when looking for a low, prickly hedge- it is a fantastic alternative to the Buxus Sempervirens, especially if your garden is getting box blight. The whole Berberis species is ideal as an intruder deterrent, due to being somewhat thorny in nature, as well as offering shelter for the wildlife.

The Berberis Thunbergii boasts lovely yellow flowers around Spring, following with red fruits, shaped like jewels, in the Autumn. Its bright green foliage complements the flowers and berries exceedingly, making the hedge wonderfully visually pleasing.

The Japanese Barberry is a hardy, tough plant that is somewhat easy to grow. It will grow well in most soils and sites, even coastal, but they always prefer a bit of sun/partial shade (which will help the plant thrive best).

  • Growth height: Slow (10-20cm per year)
  • Ideal height 2.5m+ Tall
  • Soil Type: Normal
  • Exposure: Coastal, Exposed, Inland
  • Aspect: Semi-shade, Sun
  • Evergreen foliage? No

As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just ensure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.

You should ensure your Berberis Thunbergii is pruned/trimmed straight after the flowering season is over.

  1. Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
  2. Remove the plant from its pot by placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
  3. Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
  4. Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down lightly to secure.
  5. When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs plenty to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.

Root Types Summary

  • Bare Root
    Bare Root

    Field grown, bare roots are young plants that are only planted when they are dormant, from autumn to spring. We lift bare root plants and despatch them during the season but they can be pre-ordered in summer. As they are cheaper to grow, they are one of our most affordable hedge planting options.

  • Pot Grown
    Pot Grown

    Pot grown plants can be planted year round and make a convenient option. They come in a wide range of sizes, from 10cm to 2.5m so they're suitable for the majority of planting requirements.

  • Root Ball
    Root Ball

    Also field grown, root ball plants are scooped out of the ground using machinery to keep their root system intact and wrapped in bio-degradable, hessian sacks. They are mature plants that provide dense coverage very early on, ideal for when you need a thick hedge quickly.

  • Instant Hedging
    Instant Hedging

    Grown in troughs or bags that measure 50cm-1 metre in length and carefully clipped during the growing season. Our instant hegding troughs create a dramatic, instant hedge effect.

  • Bare Root Discount Deals
    Bare Root Discount Deals

    Our bare root discount deals include bundles of 50, 100, and 250 plants. The bigger the bundle, the higher the discount.

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