Barberry 'Sunsation'

Berberis thunbergii Sunsation ('Monry') - New growth is green-yellow that turns to a golden-yellow. Will tolerate full sun without burning. Very thorny. They have shallow, fibrous roots and grow about 1-2' per year. Prune in spring. Use Bone Meal when you first plant. Do not fertilize the first year. Fertilize once a year with a balanced granular fertilizer. Do not plant any deeper than it is in the pot. Do not add any soil or mulch around the base of the stem. Water deeply once a week for about 20-30 minutes whether is rains or not. Plant at least 3-4 feet from any foundation.

Zone 4. 1m W x 1m H. Rounded, compact shape. Yellow flowers April and May. Red fruit on yellow foliage turning orange-yellow in the fall. Full sun. Moist, well drained soil. 3Gallon.

Attracts pollinators. Deer resistant.