Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' – A Vibrant, Compact Shrub with Stunning Yellow Flowers
Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' is a versatile, deciduous shrub known for its striking clusters of bright yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. This compact, hardy shrub boasts attractive foliage, vibrant blossoms, and an easy-care nature, making it ideal for borders, hedges, or as a specimen plant. With its cheerful appearance, 'Amstelveen' adds colour and texture to gardens while requiring minimal maintenance.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
- In early spring, Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' begins to grow with fresh green leaves that provide a lovely backdrop for the later blooms.
- The plant’s bright yellow flowers begin to emerge in late spring, covering the shrub in a vibrant display. These attractive flowers have a unique appearance and stand out in the garden, drawing attention from bees and other pollinators.
Summer:
- After flowering, 'Amstelveen' continues to maintain its lush, green foliage throughout the summer, offering excellent structure and texture. The plant is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it an ideal option for low-maintenance gardens.
- While the blooms fade, the glossy, dark green leaves remain vibrant and attractive, providing year-round foliage interest.
Autumn:
- In autumn, the foliage may change to shades of yellow and red, offering additional seasonal colour. The shrub retains its tidy, compact form and continues to enhance the landscape as other plants begin to fade.
Winter:
- During winter, 'Amstelveen' remains dormant but retains its structure, adding interest to bare garden beds. While it is deciduous, its neat, twiggy form ensures it continues to play a role in the winter garden.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread: Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' typically grows to around 1 meters in height and width. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller gardens or as part of a low hedge or border.
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Form: This shrub has an upright, bushy habit with dense branches that form a rounded shape. The bright yellow flowers emerge in clusters, adding a striking contrast to the green foliage.
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Growth Habit: A slow-growing shrub that requires little maintenance and naturally maintains a compact, rounded shape. Occasional pruning can help maintain form, but it is generally a low-maintenance option.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Borders & Edges: 'Amstelveen' makes an excellent choice for low borders or as part of mixed planting beds. Its cheerful yellow flowers brighten up any space in spring, while the compact size ensures it doesn’t overwhelm other plants.
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Hedges: This shrub works well as a low, informal hedge, providing structure and vibrant colour without growing too large or requiring constant trimming.
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Containers & Patios: Due to its compact nature, 'Amstelveen' is an excellent option for containers and small garden spaces. It adds a pop of colour to patios, balconies, and entryways.
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Wildlife Gardens: The bright yellow flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' thrives in full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages the best flowering, but it can tolerate some shade, particularly in warmer climates.
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Soil: This shrub is adaptable to a variety of soil types but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It can tolerate slightly alkaline to neutral soil but should not be planted in heavy, waterlogged soil.
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Maintenance: 'Amstelveen' is low-maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. It may benefit from occasional pruning to shape the shrub and remove any dead or damaged branches.
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Watering: While drought-tolerant once established, 'Amstelveen' should be watered regularly during the first few seasons to help it settle in. It is fairly resilient to dry spells but thrives with adequate moisture.
Why Choose Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen'?
Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that offers a striking yellow floral display in late spring to early summer. Its compact size, attractive foliage, and pollinator-friendly blooms make it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, hedges, or borders. With minimal care, 'Amstelveen' provides year-round interest, from its vibrant flowers to its seasonal foliage colour changes.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Other Shrubs: Combine with other deciduous shrubs like Spiraea or Weigela for a multi-season display of flowers and foliage.
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Perennials: Pair with perennials such as Echinacea, Daylilies, or Lavender for a varied planting scheme that offers a range of colours and textures.
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Grasses: Plant with ornamental grasses like Festuca or Carex to add texture and movement to the garden.
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Wildlife-Friendly Plants: Combine with plants like Honeysuckle, Cotoneaster, or Viburnum to create a garden that supports bees, butterflies, and birds.
Berberis frikartii 'Amstelveen' is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, compact shrub that provides vibrant yellow flowers in spring, year-round foliage, and wildlife value. With its easy care and cheerful blooms, it adds both colour and structure to any landscape.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
