Berberis thunbergii 'Sunsation'
Berberis thunbergii 'Sunsation', or Japanese Barberry 'Sunsation', is a compact and very bright shrub, valued for its intense golden-yellow foliage, enhanced with orange and pink hues on young shoots. This warm coloration remains stable throughout the season, bringing a brilliant presence to landscapes. Its rounded and dense habit, naturally balanced, makes it an excellent choice for structured borders, contrasting beds, or group plantings. Small pale yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by decorative red berries later in the season. Robust, low-maintenance, and equipped with deterrent thorns, 'Sunsation' offers color, structure, and reliability, while maintaining a neat appearance without intensive pruning.
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The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
