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Berberis ‘Rosy Rocket’
Berberis thunbergii
Berberis thunbergii ‘Rosy Rocket’ is a deciduous dwarf shrub characterized by striking deep red foliage but with leaves lightened by attractive white mottling, especially on the young foliage. Foliage color matures to deep burgundy-purple, giving the mature plant a two-tone effect. The coloring deepens during the year with the same markings that have turned stronger and richer in the Autumn.
In April-May, ‘Rosy Rocket’ will display pale yellow flowers that are followed by small, crimson red berries. This upright dwarf shrub is easy to grow and has a height three times its width. These traits set ‘Rosy Rocket’ apart from all other existing barberry varieties. It prefers full sun and adapts to most conditions. It is best to feed once a year with a slow-release fertilizer. Use as an accent or specimen plant.
Origin: Czech Republic
Description / Plant Notes:
- USDA Zone 4
- Upright columnar habit
- Variegation more evident in young growth
Patent Status: PP 18,413
USDA Zone: | 4 - 9 |
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Height: | 36 to 47-inches 91 to 119-centimeters |
Spread: | 10 to 16-inches 25 to 41-centimeters |
Foliage Colors: | Pink-burgundy, Blush new growth |
Light Levels: | Full-Sun |
Growth Habit: | Upright |
Usage: | Containers, Garden border, Gardens, Hedging, Landscapes, Mass landscape planting, Pots |
Patent Status: | PP 18,413 |
Origin: | Czech Republic |
Grower Culture |
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General: |
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Media: | Well-draining media |
Water: | Well-Drained to Moderate |
Crop Timing from Rooted Liners: |
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1-gallon: | 27 to 52-weeks with 1 ppp |
3-gallon: | 78 to 104-weeks with 1 ppp |