Barberries inspire as an original wild tree, defensive hedge, decorative ground cover and distinctive ornamental tree in the bucket. Not so easy to find the perfect species for beds and balconies within the multifaceted genus. This guide has separated the wheat from the chaff and introduces you to the most beautiful types and varieties with tips for creative uses.

The Berberis thunbergii inspires with its red autumn dress

Evergreen barberry - beautiful all year round in beds and tubs

The following barberries wear their dense foliage all year round. Creative gardeners appreciate this advantage when winter drives perennials, flowers and deciduous shrubs out of the garden's appearance.

variety name botanical name growth height flower color, flowering time special feature Tip for use
Large-leaved barberry Berberis julianae 200 to 300 cm pure yellow flowers from May to June strong thorns up to 4 cm long, particularly frost-resistant Privacy hedge, solitaire
yolk barberry Berberis stenophylla 150 to 200 cm yolk-yellow flowers from May to June black-frosted berries in autumn space-forming hedge, solitary position, bucket
RedJewel Berberis media 120 to 150 cm sea of yellow blossoms in May and June shiny red shoots, later dark green with a purple shimmer Group trees, slope greening, individual position, tubs
yytte Berberis candidula 80 to 100 cm yellow bell flowers from May to June pillow-like habit low hedge, grave planting, bucket, heath garden
Verrucandi Berberis frikartii 80 to 150 cm yellow flowers in May arching overhanging, thorny branches dwarf hedge, property edging,

Deciduous varieties boast colorful fall foliage

Deciduous Berberis species say goodbye to the winter break with a furious autumn spectacle that makes you get over the later fall of leaves. The following varieties score with unique attributes for an imaginative design of beds and balconies:

variety name botanical name growth height flower color, flowering time special feature Tips for use
Common barberry, sour thorn Berberis vulgaris 100 to 250 cm yellow bowl flowers from April to June undemanding and particularly easy to care for Trees for feeding birds, underplanting of tall trees, tubs, cemetery planting
Bloodbarberry 'Atropurpurea' Berberis thunbergii 200 to 300 cm yellow flowers in May and June dark red foliage the ideal privacy hedge
Dwarf barberry 'Aurea' Berberis thunbergii 50 to 80 cm golden flowers bright yellow leaves in summer Eye-catcher on the balcony, container plant, solitaire in the front yard
Harlequin Berberis thunbergii 50 to 100 cm nondescript pink variegated ornamental foliage Ornamental tree for all sunny to partially shaded locations

tips

The colorful berries are much more than decorative fruit decorations in the autumn garden. Gardeners who are close to nature do not miss the opportunity and harvest the ripe, juicy fruits in autumn. With their sour aroma, barberry berries are perfect for preparing fruity jam or refreshing syrup.

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