Mixed perennials and Orange Rocket Barberry in a tall and slender silver container set on a brick patio

Graduated foliage of Orange Rocket Barberry is red on top and becomes green at the bottom

‘Orange Rocket’ Barberry

Name: ‘Orange Rocket’ Barberry
Brand: Southern Living Plants

Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Rocket' PP18411

This award winning barberry sports a unique color combination for an easy care shrub. New spring foliage starts out a vibrant coral and ages to a ruby red that lasts into fall. Useful as a vertical element in borders, landscapes, or containers.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 5a - 9b

mature dimensions

4′ high X 1.5′ wide

More About ‘Orange Rocket’ Barberry

Bloom/Feature

New spring foliage starts out a vibrant coral, ages to mid green, then turns ruby red for fall

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -20°F to -10°F

Key Features

Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Easy Care, Upright Habit, Water-wise

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Slope

Water Needs

Low

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

In winter

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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