Tall, narrow habit of glowing orange Sunjoy Orange Pillar barberry.

Striking reddish orange foliage on Sunjoy Orange barberry.

Sunjoy Orange Pillar® Barberry

Vibrant color and architectural interest any garden could use. With a narrow, upright (fastigiate) habit and color so bold it’s almost neon, Sunjoy Orange Pillar® barberry acts as an exclamation point in the landscape! It’s very easy to care for – no need to prune, no deer doing any unwanted pruning, and no need to water after it’s established. Just plant and enjoy the bold presence it brings to your garden.

Why grow Sunjoy Orange Pillar™ barberry?

Vibrant color
Interesting habit
Easy care regimen

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Additional information

Dimensions	2.5 × 2.5 ft
Botanical Name	Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT3' PP#35,050
Zone	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Flower Color	Yellow
Foliage Color	Orange
Height	3-4'
Width/Spread	1.5-3'
Exposure	Full Sun
Soil	Average, Dry, Well-drained
Bloom Time	Spring
Uses	Borders, Containers, Edging, Foundations, Low Hedges, Mass Planting
Features	Deer resistant, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Fall interest, Foliage interest, Heat tolerant, Landscape plant
Blooms On	Old wood
Breeder	Dr. Tom Ranney, North Carolina State University

SKU: 03578-1 Categories: Barberry, Colorful Shrubs, Mid-Size, Short, Shrubs for Sun

Plant Care

Light: Full sun (6+hrs/day)

Soil: Any average, well-drained soil will do

Water: Average water needs; some drought tolerance once established

Fertilizing: Nothing special is required; apply a granular fertilizer formulated for woody plants in early spring if desired

Pruning: Barberry needs little to no pruning, and that’s one of the things that people like about it. If you do wish to prune or trim, the best time to do that is in late spring/early summer, after the new growth for the season has emerged. Avoid cutting into any thick, woody stems that are thicker than pencil unless you are removing them completely.

Other notes: Barberry has thorns. Agricultural restrictions prevent all barberry varieties from being sold in or shipped to CT, IN, MA, ME, NH, NY, OH, VT, WI, WV. Proven Winners ColorChoice barberries are not available in Canada.