Protected Series:
Zone: 4HELMOND PILLAR BARBERRY
Berberis thunbergii 'Helmond Pillar' is commonly referred to as Helmond Pillar Japanese Barberry. It is a multi-stemmed, upright columnar deciduous shrub. Its foliage is nearly the same size and color as Berberis 'Crimson Pygmy' and would be an excellent substitute. It features deep reddish-purple, variably sized leaves on reddish brown stems. It pairs nicely with green or golden foliage of surrounding plants. It has glossy, bright red berries in fall and showy red fall color.
Helmond Pillar Barberry thrives in full to part sun in average, well-drained soils. It will not tolerate standing water. It can be drought tolerant once established. Its fine texture and superb color set this cultivar apart from other landscape plants. Highly tolerate of urban pollution and environmental salt.
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a pH ranging from slightly acidic to neutral. Select a location in full sun to partial shade, noting that maximum sunlight is required to achieve the most vibrant foliage color throughout the season. This species is highly adaptable and exhibits excellent drought tolerance once established, requiring supplemental water only during extended dry periods. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain size or remove old growth, keeping in mind that heavy gloves are recommended when handling this plant due to its sharp thorns.
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