{"product_id":"berberis-thunbergii-ruby-star-japanese-barberry-3-litre-pot","title":"Berberis thunbergii 'Ruby Star' - Japanese Barberry 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBerberis thunbergii 'Ruby Star' - Japanese Barberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compact deciduous barberry is celebrated for its deep ruby-red foliage that provides intense colour from spring through autumn. With a neat, rounded habit and excellent hardiness, it's a superb choice for adding dramatic colour to gardens of any size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, small yellow flowers provide contrast against the emerging ruby foliage. The rich red tones deepen throughout summer, while autumn brings bright red berries and even more intense leaf colour before the foliage falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep ruby-red foliage throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, rounded growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow spring flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright red autumn berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiny stems for added security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall gardens, mixed borders, containers, low hedging, and as a striking accent plant. Ideal for adding deep colour to planting schemes and creating bold focal points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in any well-drained soil in full sun for the deepest red foliage colour. Tolerates partial shade but colour intensity may reduce. Very drought-tolerant once established. Prune lightly after flowering if needed. Handle with gloves due to spiny stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant with silver-foliaged plants such as artemisia or lavender for stunning contrast, or with pink and purple perennials. Combines beautifully with ornamental grasses and spring bulbs for multi-season interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA magnificent compact shrub that delivers bold, rich colour and reliable performance year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56787518882118,"sku":"172332","price":8.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/3b7650eb-9ba0-4bca-b3f4-f28536079f9d.jpg?v=1781533060","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/berberis-thunbergii-ruby-star-japanese-barberry-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}