Sunjoy Gold Pillar® Barberry Berberis thunbergii
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This plant is hardy in zones 4 - 8
Zones are based on the average annual extreme minimum temperature an area is expected to receive during the winter. They are used to determine whether a plant is likely to be perennial in your area. If the number in the green box below is within the zone range listed for the plant, it will be hardy for you and thrive in your climate.
- 4
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- 8
What is my hardiness zone?
NORTH BAY, ONTARIO
ZONE 4
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DETAILS
FEATURES
This is an easy way to add both vertical lines and bright color to your home landscape. Similar in shape to 'Helmond Pillar' barberry, but with orange-red new growth that matures to vivid gold. Autumn brings stunning orange-red color. Proven to be burn resistant in side by side tests with other yellow leaf barberry. Plant Sunjoy Gold Pillar barberry as a low-maintenance hedge or edging, or add it to a border as an specimen plant.
Top reasons to grow Sunjoy Gold Pillar barberry:
- Versatile, appealing shape adds drama and flair
- Bright gold color doesn't burn in the sun
- Very deer resistant
Foliage InterestFall InterestResists:DeerCHARACTERISTICS
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:TallGarden Height:36 - 48 Inches91cm - 1.2mSpacing:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmSpread:18 - 24 Inches 46cm - 61cmFlower Colors:YellowFoliage Colors:YellowFoliage Shade:YellowHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPLANT NEEDS
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Grown for FoliageHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageNeeds Good DrainageUses:ContainerLandscapeUses Notes:Shrub borders, groupings, masses, perennial borders and containers.
Maintenance Notes:Extremely adaptable, but prefers well-drained soil. This upright columnar selection does not require any pruning, but may be shaped in summer. Deciduous. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for the recommended rate of application.
PLEASE NOTE: Sunjoy Gold Pillar® - Barberry - Berberis thunbergii is restricted and cannot be shipped to the state(s) of CT, DE, IN, MA, ME, MD, MN, NH, NY, PA,VT, WI, and WV.
Fun Facts:If you cut open a barberry stem, the wood inside is yellow.
Sunjoy Gold Pillar® Berberis thunbergii 'Maria' USPP 18,082PICTURES AND INFORMATION COPIED FROM PROVEN WINNERS