Barberry 'Superba' Berberis × ottawensis f. purpurea 'Superba'

ABOUT
'Superba' is a vigorous spiny medium-sized deciduous shrub with lax, arching branches. Leaves broadly oval, deep red-purple, brighter red in autumn. Flowers small, light yellow, berries bright red
About this plant
Names
Family
Berberidaceae
Synonyms
barberry 'Superba'
Common names
Berberis thunbergii 'Atropurpurea Superba', Berberis × ottawensis 'Superba'
Toxicity
Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
1.5-2.5 metres
Spread
1.5-2.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H7
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pruning
group 8
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Banks and Slopes Hedging & Screens Low Maintenance Flower borders and beds Coastal City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or seed
Pests
Could be affected by berberis sawfly
Diseases
May be subject to powdery mildews