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    MAHONIA aquifolium 'Apollo'
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    MAHONIA aquifolium 'Apollo'

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

    AWARD
    A spreading bush with dense clusters of bright yellow flowers
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    £19.50 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ £16.00 each
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Good as an understorey in a woodland garden. Wildlife plant
    • Pests & Diseases
      Rust, mildew.
    • Place of origin
      Western North America.
    • Evergreen
      deep bronze-green leaves to 30cm (12in) with up to 9 spiky leaflets. Foliage turns bronze-red in winter.
    • Yellow
      Bright yellow
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Pinnate
    • Incised
    • Ovate
    • Height
      60cm (24in)
    • Spread
      1m (39in)
    • 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
      Low-growing, dense variety which spreads freely by suckering. Produces flowers in large, pyramidal, dense clusters
    • 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
      60cm (24in)
      		 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1m (39in)
      		  
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