Berberis darwinii

Deep green, small, prickly leaves are dense on this textural evergreen shrub. Moderate growth 6-8' tall and 4-6' wide…prettiest left to its own devices. Glowing apricot orange flowers almost cover this shrub in late winter > mid spring, breathtaking! Deer proof, good barrier plant, great addition to the flowering shrub bed or background for the border. Full sun to very light shade, most soils with decent drainage. Drought tolerant. Loves the beach!