Similar in shape to Helmond Pillar, but with bright golden foliage and red new growth. Great garden architecture. Bright orange-red autumn foliage is stunning. Proven to be burn resistant in side by side tests with other yellow leaved barberry.

Introduction Date: Spring ’08 to growers, retail in 2009

Hardiness:  USDA Zone 4

Bloom Time:  N/A, grown for foliage

Bloom Color:  N/A, grown for foliage

Foliage Color:  Bright yellow foliage with hints of red in the new growth. Orange-red autumn color.

Size:  3-4'

Exposure:  Full sun is ideal for this variety.

Soil: Extremely adaptable, but prefers Well-drained soils.

Pruning: This upright columnar selection does not require any pruning.

Watering: Medium moisture.

Type: Deciduous

Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Uses: Shrub borders, grouping, masses, perennial borders and containers.

Breeder:  Lucjan Kurowski of Poland

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