BERBERIS DARWINII NANA

Overview & Features

• Berberis darwinii ‘Nana’ is a compact, evergreen shrub grown for its bright flowers and dense, spiny growth.

• Produces clusters of rich orange-yellow flowers in mid to late spring.

• Flowers are followed by small blue-purple berries in summer.

• Features small, glossy dark green leaves that provide year-round structure.

• Naturally forms a low, rounded mound.

• Typically grows 50–75 cm in height and up to 1 metre in spread.

• Ideal for low hedging, borders, rockeries, and defensive planting.

• Attractive to bees in flower and birds when in berry.

This variety is valued for its compact size, vibrant spring colour, and tough nature.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun or partial shade.

• Flowers best in a sunny position.

• Prefers well-drained soil and tolerates most soil types.

• Avoid prolonged waterlogging.

• Suitable for exposed and coastal gardens.

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the rootball and the same depth.

• Position at the same depth as in the pot and firm gently.

• Space plants 50–75 cm apart for low hedging.

Berberis darwinii ‘Nana’ is hardy and adaptable once established.

Watering, Feeding & Flowering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Once established, plants are drought tolerant.

• Avoid excessive watering, particularly in winter.

• Feed in early spring with a balanced fertiliser to support flowering.

• Apply compost annually to maintain soil structure.

• Flowering typically occurs in mid to late spring.

• Berries develop in summer if flowers are pollinated.

Good sunlight encourages heavier flowering and berry production.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape.

• Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems as needed.

• Wear gloves when pruning due to sharp spines.

• Can be pruned more firmly if rejuvenation is required.

• Mulch annually to suppress weeds and conserve moisture.

• Generally low maintenance and resistant to most pests and diseases.

With sun or partial shade and well-drained soil, Berberis darwinii ‘Nana’ will provide vibrant spring flowers, wildlife interest, and reliable evergreen structure year after year

• Size
  3 lt

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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