{"product_id":"berberis-ottawensis-superba-purple-barberry-3-litre-pot","title":"Berberis ottawensis 'Superba' - Purple Barberry 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBerberis ottawensis 'Superba' - Purple Barberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vigorous deciduous barberry is prized for its stunning purple-red foliage that provides dramatic colour throughout the growing season. With clusters of yellow spring flowers and vibrant red autumn berries, it offers year-round interest and is exceptionally easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, clusters of small yellow flowers appear, attractive to pollinators. The purple-red foliage deepens through summer, while autumn brings brilliant red berries that persist into winter, providing food for birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich purple-red foliage from spring to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow spring flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright red autumn berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiny stems provide security and wildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for hedging or specimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHedging, mixed borders, wildlife gardens, and as a colourful barrier plant. The spiny stems make it ideal for boundary planting where security is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in any well-drained soil in full sun for best foliage colour, though tolerates partial shade. Very adaptable and drought-tolerant once established. Prune after flowering if required to maintain shape. Wear gloves when handling due to spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine with grey-foliaged plants like lavender or artemisia for contrast, or with golden shrubs such as Choisya 'Sundance' for a vibrant colour combination. Plant with spring bulbs for early season interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA robust and rewarding shrub that delivers bold colour and structure with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56787517014342,"sku":"172329","price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/faf0b54d-6d72-460e-9372-6614ae98f83d.jpg?v=1781533051","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/berberis-ottawensis-superba-purple-barberry-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}