Orange Rocket Barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Rocket')
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Deciduous Perennial Shrub in the Berberidaceae Family | |
Berberis thunbergii, commonly known as Japanese barberry, is a popular deciduous shrub prized for its ornamental qualities and versatility in the landscape. Native to Japan, this barberry species is celebrated for its vibrant seasonal foliage that shifts from bright green in spring to stunning scarlet, orange, and purple hues in fall. Tiny yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by showy red berries that persist into winter. Berberis thunbergii is a slow-growing, densely branched shrub that typically reaches 3-6 feet tall and wide, with a rounded, mounded habit. Its sharp spines and thorns make it an effective barrier or hedging plant. Adaptable to a range of soil types and growing conditions, Japanese barberry thrives in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. With its dynamic color, four-season interest, and low-maintenance nature, Berberis thunbergii is a versatile choice for foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, and naturalized areas. |
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Plant Data | |
Mature Size | 3 - 6 feet tall. 4 - 7 feet wide. |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance | - Medium |
Zones | 4a - 8b (Usually hardy to -30° F) |
Tags | Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Full Sun, Full Sun, Medium, Perennial |
Bloom Period | April to May |
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We try very hard to source exactly what you’d like, but sometimes growers run out of plants! While this variety is a great deal at the price shown, we know that it has limited availability. If you want the plant even if it might be more expensive, or in a different size or quantity -- after you place your order, just send us a quick note at help@northshoreplantclub.com. Then, we’ll try to get you some version of this from one of our growers. And if we can’t get it from anywhere, of course, we’ll send a refund!
Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.
Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.
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