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Scientific Name: Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT3'

Also Known As

  • Berberis thunbergii 'Sunjoy Orange Pillar'
  • Sunjoy Orange Pillar® Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050 plant details

Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze, gold and red foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, gold and red
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, rock garden, spiky, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and pollution
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous shrub, reputedly 3-4’ tall and 18-36”wide (Proven Winners frequently under estimates ultimate size); fabulous colored foliage in fiery red-orange hues all season. Prickly. Full sun, decent soil drainage, drought tolerant when established but happier with average watering. Deer/critter resistant.

Gardening facts about Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050 plant

How to Grow Berberis thunbergii Sunjoy Orange Pillar® PP35050

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • gold
    • bronze
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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