Shrubs
A deciduous shrub to 2.5m with upright, often unbranched, very spiny stems bearing very large, maple-shaped leaves up to 30cm across, with needle-sharp spines on the undersides. Conical, upright sprays of small, greenish-white flowers are produced in late spring or early summer, followed by small, red berries that last into winter
Position
Full shade, Partial shade
Soil Types
Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres