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  • MAHONIA aquifolium
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    MAHONIA aquifolium

    Commonly known as Holly-leaved barberry, Mountain grape, Oregon grape

    A valuable suckering plant for underplanting in dense shade
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
    • Medicinal properties
    • Pests & Diseases
      Rust, mildew.
    • Place of origin
      Western North America. Introduced to UK in 1823.
    • Evergreen
      bright-green leaves to 30cm (12in) long with up to 9 oval, spiny-toothed leaflets, often turning red-purple in winter.
    • Yellow
    • Racemes
      Densely clustered racemes to 8cm (3in) long
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Fully hardy
    • Pinnate
    • Incised
    • Ovate
    • Height
      1m (39ins)
    • Spread
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Open, suckering shrub. Flowers are followed by blue-black berries.
    • Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile, humus rich.
    • Full shade
    • Full sun
      Will tolerate full sun if soil is not too dry.
    • Partial shade
    • Bee friendly
    • Bird friendly
    • Mature Size
      1m (39ins)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1.5m (5ft)
       
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    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
    3m²
    £7.00
    10m²
    £15.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
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