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    Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831

    Also Known As

    • Orange Torch Barberry

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9a

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    Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831 plant details

    Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze, chartreuse, gold, red and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: berberidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous bronze, chartreuse, gold, red and variegated
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, spiky, unique

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and pollution
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    New compact, upright variety 4’ tall and 2-3’ wide; distinctive foliage is gold with an orange edge on this deciduous shrub. In colder temperatures, the entire plant is bright orange-red. Full sun, most soils, regular water till established then drought tolerant; deer resistant.

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Gardening facts about Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831 plant

    How to Grow Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • pollution tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • red
      • bronze
      • gold
      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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