Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Mahonia aquifolium
Last Review
Features
Clusters of bright yellow (slightly fragrant) flowers in mid spring; leathery, evergreen leaves; blue-black, non-edible fruits with a waxy coating (which makes them resemble small grapes), in summer; leaves turn purplish in winter.
Culture
Partial to full shade best, but will tolerate full sun; moist, well drained soil is best; prefers slightly acid soil, but will tolerate alkaline soils.
Notes
The evergreen leaves may scorch in dry, windy sites or during dry winters.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
3.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
6.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
3.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Rounded to mounded
Native Regions, Text
United States
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
picID
18498
Image
picID
18499
Image
picID
18500
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
350