Sunjoy Tangelo Barberry is a deciduous shrub with vivid orange foliage and bright green edges. Grown in zones 4-8, it reaches a size of 3-4 feet.
Barberry Sunjoy Tangelo
Sunjoy Tangelo barberry (Berberis thunbergii 'O'Byrne') is a deciduous shrub that is known for its brightly colored foliage. It is a member of the barberry family, which is native to Asia, Europe, and North America. Sunjoy Tangelo barberry is a relatively new cultivar, having been introduced in 2010.
Sunjoy Tangelo barberry is a relatively compact shrub, growing to 3-4 feet tall and wide at maturity. It has a mounded habit and dense branching. The leaves are small and ovate, and they emerge a bright orange color in the spring. As the season progresses, the leaves develop a distinctive chartreuse margin. The fall foliage is a brilliant red-orange.
Sunjoy Tangelo barberry is a very low-maintenance shrub. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established. It is also deer resistant. Sunjoy Tangelo barberry is a good choice for foundation plantings, hedges, and mixed borders.
Here are some tips for growing Sunjoy Tangelo barberry:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water regularly until the shrub is established.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune as needed to maintain shape and size.
Sunjoy Tangelo barberry is a beautiful and versatile shrub that is a great addition to any landscape. With its bright foliage and low-maintenance requirements, it is a surefire way to add interest and color to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring. We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 4-8
| Mature Height: | 3 to 4 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Sun |
| Mature width: | 3 to 4 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Berberis thunbergii 'O'Byrne |
