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Mahonia aquifolium/Oregon Holly Grape
Large specimen Oregon holly grape in flower
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Large specimen Oregon holly grape in flower
Close-up image of holly-like foliage
Typical sprawling form of this mahonia
Leaves showing the spiny margins
Typical plant growing adjacent to a retaining wall
Close-up image of the blue-green holly-like foliage
Blue-green foliage in summer
Typical form of an old mature plant that has not be pruned or cared for
Close view of foliage
Foliage held to ground level
A group planting
Excellent for groundcover in shady area
Evergreen foliage an attraction all year
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Scientific Name:
Mahonia aquifolium
Common Name:
Oregon Holly Grape
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Yellow
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Blue
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
Very adapted to growing shandy areas. Useful in shrub borders, foundation planting, and mass plantings. The fruit is eaten by a number of bird species. Evergreen foliage turns purple-bronze in winter.