Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket - Barberry
Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket - Barberry
Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket - Barberry
Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket - Barberry
Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket - Barberry
Berberis thunbergii Rosy Rocket (PBR)
Japanese Barberry
Neck received, well supplied. Lovely dark pink colour. Already ordered over a year ago in a dry, chalky and well-drained soil, in light shade. The new leaves are less colourful.
Sylvie, 05/05/2022
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Berberis thunbergii 'Rosy Rocket' is a variety of columnar and compact Japanese barberry, with remarkable speckled foliage in dark red, pink, and white. In spring, this variety produces bright red stems covered with deciduous leaves that are smaller than those typical of the species. They turn a flaming pink colour before gradually changing to burgundy and then purple in autumn. They withstand full sun perfectly, unlike other light foliage, and have even more contrasting variegation under these conditions. Its small size and spectacular foliage make it a perfect choice for decorating small gardens as a standalone plant or in a pot. This hardy plant is easy to grow even in partial shade, in dry or clayey soil as long as it is well-drained.
Berberis thunbergii, also known as Japanese barberry, is a bush from the Berberidaceae family native to Japan. It is characterized by a bushy, spreading, and low habit, and its foliage is deciduous or almost evergreen in mild climates. Medium in growth, the 'Rosy Rocket' cultivar will reach 1 m (3.28 ft) in height with a spread of 50 cm (19.7 in) at maturity. The numerous upright branches of this variety have thorns that are difficult to remove, making it an interesting choice for creating small defensive hedges. The foliage is the main asset of this barberry consisting of smaller leaves than other varieties, obovate (ovate, with the upper part of the leaf wider than the lower part), and glossy. When they emerge, they are intensely speckled in dark red, pink, and white, gradually turning burgundy as they mature. In April-May, numerous clusters of 1 to 6 small flowers bloom on 1-year-old stems. The bell-shaped flowers, 1 cm (0.4 in) long, are pale yellow. They are highly nectare-rich and are followed in September-October by small, bright red spherical fruits, 6 to 8 mm (0.2 - 0.3 in) long, which stay on the branches for part of the winter. The foliage takes on a beautiful purple colour before falling.
Japanese barberry is a very adaptable shrub in terms of soil, tolerating pruning very well, and preferring sunny exposures. It is a pity to confine it to the role of a monochrome and anonymous defensive hedge; while it fulfills its role perfectly, its personality is stifled and its naturally graceful habit is completely obscured. Its beautiful foliage, especially in cultivars like 'Rosy Rocket', deserves a prominent place in front of larger shrubs with pink flowers (Kolkwitzia, Abelia, Abeliophyllum distichum Roseum), red flowers (Japanese quince, roses, Weigela), or even yellow to orange flowers (Japanese rose, Genista Lena Orange, Honeysuckle Dropmore Scarlett). It can also be combined with the grey foliage of shrubby Artemisias or Convolvulus cneorum. This shrub can be planted in large rockeries to cover slopes or highlight the edge of a pathway. It can also be grown in a large container to decorate a terrace or balcony, surrounded by trailing plants and less showy shrubs.
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Berberis thunbergii 'Rosy Rocket' thrives in full sun or partial shade, with autumn colours that become more intense in the sun. It is a plant that tolerates drought and harsh winters. Plant it in any type of soil as long as it is well-drained. The planting hole should be twice the size of the root ball. Space the Berberis about 80 cm (31.5 in) apart. Add compost and water well. It is a bush that tolerates pruning very well. From June to August, after flowering, prune the faded branches to the level of the young lateral shoots to promote the emergence of new branches. Be careful not to touch the branches with bare hands as they have thorns that are difficult to remove once they are embedded in the skin. Japanese Berberis can be susceptible to powdery mildew, black leaf spots and aphid infestations.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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