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ORANGE TORCH JAPANESE BARBERRY

BERBERIS THU ORANGE TORCH

Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' PP27831

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Genus: BERBERIS
Height: 3-4 Feet Tall
Spread: 2-3 Feet Wide
Color: red fall color
Light: Full Sun Plants
Full Sun Deciduous Shrub Plants
Type: Deciduous Shrub
Zone: 5
Item: #1800 NEW

drought tolerant * deer resistant * birds *

ORANGE TORCH JAPANESE BARBERRY

Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Torch' is a showy deciduous shrub celebrated for its vertical, columnar habit and vibrant, ever-changing foliage. It emerges in spring with brilliant orange-red leaves that retain their fiery intensity throughout the summer. It is particularly valued for its narrow growth habit, typically reaching 3 to 4 feet tall while staying only 2 to 3 feet wide - making it an excellent choice for tight garden corners, colorful low hedges, or as a vertical accent in a perennial border.

Orange Torch Barberry thrives in full sun, as the foliage may fade to a muted green in shadier conditions. It is remarkably hardy and low-maintenance and enjoys well-drained soil. It is highly adaptable to urban pollution, salt, and various soil types. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant and rarely requires pruning due to its naturally tidy, upright shape. Because of its sharp thorns, it is also famously deer-resistant, making it an ideal choice for areas where local wildlife might otherwise browse.

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PLANT	SIZE	TYPE	GALENA	ADD'L	DIG	SOON
BERBERIS THU ORANGE TORCH	con 3		30	0	0	0

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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.

(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)

Planting Tips ⓘ

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.