Orange Rocket Barberry is a stunning columnar shrub that brings vibrant color to any landscape with its brilliant orange-red foliage in spring that matures to deep burgundy-red. This compact, upright variety is perfect for tight spaces and offers excellent deer resistance and low maintenance care.
Key Features:
Brilliant orange-red new growth transitions to burgundy-red
Narrow, columnar form ideal for small spaces and vertical accents
Deer resistant with thorny branches providing natural security
Drought tolerant once established, low maintenance
Four-season interest with fall color and persistent berries
Growing Specifications:
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best color in full sun)
Mature Size: 4-5 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide
Hardiness: Zones 4-8
Type: Deciduous shrub
Pruning: Minimal; prune in late winter if needed to maintain shape
Landscape Uses:
Excellent for narrow borders, foundation plantings, hedges, and containers. Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, conifers, and perennials like sedum or salvia.
Care & Growing Conditions:
Plant in well-drained soil with full sun for best color. Apply mulch to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Water regularly during establishment, then drought tolerant. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
