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Berberis thun. Harlequin 20 Litre Pot

Berberis thun. Harlequin 20 Litre Pot

Berberis thun. Harlequin
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Barberry
Berberis thun. Harlequin
RHS AGM Winner Pollinator Friendly
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
H7 (below -20°C)
Mature size
1-1.5m tall × 0.5-1m wide
Foliage
Deciduous
Flowers
Yellow, Red
Flowering
Spring
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About Berberis thun. Harlequin 20 Litre Pot

Berberis thunbergii ‘Harlequin’ – A Playful Splash of Colour

Berberis thunbergii ‘Harlequin’ is a charming ornamental barberry that delivers vibrant colour from spring through winter. Its small, neat leaves emerge in rich shades of purple-red, overlaid with irregular splashes of pink, cream, and white, creating a marbled effect that looks fresh and lively all season.

In spring, tiny yellow flowers add a subtle touch of contrast before giving way to clusters of glossy red berries in autumn. The berries, held on bare branches through winter, provide both decorative interest and a valuable food source for birds. As a deciduous shrub, ‘Harlequin’ also brings seasonal drama – its bare winter frame adding a sculptural quality to the garden.

Compact and slow-growing, this variety is easy to manage, making it an excellent choice for small gardens, low hedging, mixed borders, or even containers. It thrives in sun or partial shade, tolerates most soils, and requires minimal care once established.

Why Choose Berberis thunbergii ‘Harlequin’?

  • Striking Foliage – Purple-red leaves splashed with pink, cream, and white.

  • Seasonal Interest – Spring flowers, autumn berries, and winter structure.

  • Wildlife-Friendly – Nectar for pollinators, berries for birds.

  • Compact Growth – Ideal for borders, small spaces, or hedges.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Full sun for richest colour; tolerates partial shade.

Soil: Any well-drained soil.

Watering: Keep moist until established; drought-tolerant thereafter.

Feeding: Light application of balanced fertiliser in spring.

Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape; remove older stems periodically to encourage fresh growth.

Design & Planting Ideas

  • Create a colour accent in mixed borders.

  • Pair with silver or lime-green foliage plants for contrast.

  • Use in low hedging to edge paths or lawns.

  • Plant in containers for year-round interest.

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