Five of the brightest and best shrubs to grow for festive berries

At this time of year, gardens can look a bit sorry for themselves. This is where winter-berrying shrubs come to the rescue

Pyracantha berries are hardy, and you can chop some decent-sized pieces to add to decorations. Photo: Alamy/PA

Frosted winter berries should have pride of place both in the garden and home during the festive season — but which ones will last longest and provide most interest?

At this time of year our gardens can look a bit sorry for themselves, so now is when winter-berrying shrubs start coming into their own, according to Morris Hankinson, director and founder of Hopes Grove Nurseries.