Sunjoy® Gold Pillar® Barberry Plant

The Sunjoy® Gold Pillar® Barberry Plant is being compared to the 'Hellmond Pillar' though rather than burgundy foliage, Sunjoy® Gold Pillar® has brilliant golden foliage with new growth that is surprisingly...red! Then, in the autumn, it seems to catch fire with blazing orangey-red foliage and red berries. Live on one of our coasts? You can decorate to your heart's content with this barberry; just protect it, with a fence or building, from direct salt spray.

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted anytime the soil temps are 60F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5, tolerates a wide range of soil types
• - Prefers well-drained soil but can adapt to clay, sandy, or rocky conditions

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when first planted to establish roots
• - Once established, drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed
• - Avoid over-fertilization to maintain compact growth and prevent excessive foliage

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches
• - Shape as desired after flowering for a neat appearance

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-resistant; watch for aphids or scale insects
• - Maintain good airflow to prevent powdery mildew or rust in humid climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Tolerates both cold winters and hot summers; mulch around the base for root protection

Sunjoy® Gold Pillar® Barberry is a Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Shrub that is Deer Proof™ Sunjoy Gold Pillar^® Berberis thunbergii 'Maria' USPP 18,082