Berberis Ottawensis Superba – Bold, Hardy & Colourful Shrub for Vibrant Garden Displays
Berberis Ottawensis Superba is a dynamic, deciduous shrub known for its striking foliage and vibrant seasonal display. With its fiery red to purple leaves, this hardy shrub is ideal for adding a splash of colour to any garden. Perfect for borders, hedging, or as a specimen plant, Superba offers a bold statement with its stunning foliage, spiny texture, and adaptability across various landscape styles.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: New leaves emerge with a rich reddish-purple hue, creating a captivating start to the season.
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Summer: The foliage deepens into a darker purple, contrasting beautifully with surrounding greenery.
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Autumn: Leaves turn a fiery red and orange, offering a dramatic autumn display.
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Winter: While deciduous, the shrub's structure and vibrant stems continue to provide visual interest, especially when frosted or covered in snow.
Structure & Form
- Grows up to 1.5–2.5m in height and 1.5–2.5m in width, making it a perfect shrub for hedging or borders.
- Dense, upright form with arching branches creates a bushy, rounded shape.
- Thorny stems provide both an ornamental touch and a natural deterrent for unwanted access.
- Ideal for creating vibrant hedges, mixed borders, or as a specimen plant in larger garden designs.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Privacy Screens & Hedging – The dense growth and thorny nature of Superba make it perfect for creating a protective hedge or natural barrier.
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Contemporary Gardens – Adds bold, modern colour and texture with its rich foliage and upright form.
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Traditional Gardens – Enhances classic landscapes with its dramatic seasonal display and hardiness.
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Mixed Borders & Edging – Ideal for planting along borders or garden edges, offering year-round colour and structure.
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Wildlife Gardens – The thorny branches provide shelter for birds and wildlife, while the berries attract pollinators.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade, although it will maintain its vibrant colours with more sunlight.
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Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, withstanding a range of climates, including cold winters and dry conditions.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance – prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
Why Choose Berberis Ottawensis Superba?
- Stunning foliage that changes with the seasons, offering bold colour from spring to autumn.
- Dense, hardy growth that creates effective privacy screens or hedges.
- Thorny structure provides natural protection and a barrier against unwanted access.
- Fully hardy, adaptable to various soil types and weather conditions.
- Low-maintenance and easy to care for, perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens – Pair with evergreens like Taxus or Ilex for a contrasting texture and year-round interest.
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Flowering Shrubs – Combine with vibrant flowering plants like Roses or Lilacs to add a pop of seasonal colour.
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Ornamental Grasses – Pair with grasses like Miscanthus or Pennisetum for a soft contrast to the sharp, spiny form of Superba.
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Other Berberis Varieties – Mix with other Berberis varieties, such as Red Chief or Crimson Pygmy, for a multicoloured display of foliage.
Berberis Ottawensis Superba is a hardy and versatile shrub that adds bold colour, structure, and seasonal interest to any garden. Whether used for hedging, specimen planting, or in mixed borders, this shrub's vibrant foliage and easy care make it a valuable addition to any landscape. Its spiny nature provides both beauty and function, offering protection and privacy while attracting wildlife.
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.
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