
Common Name: Coral plant
Genus: Berberidopsis
Species: corallina
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic
Height: 500cm
Spread: 180cm
Time to plant seeds: March to May
The coral plant is an evergreen scrambler and is a real winner, its flowers looking like rows of coral pink berries in late summer and early autumn. They show up well since the leaves tend to grow upwards while the flowers hang down below them. Plants need support and look good scrambling over trellis or netting on a shady wall. They can also be grown through a tree or large shrub in a mild sheltered location.
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