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MAHONIA japonica
Yellow flowers, sweet scented like Lily of the Valley, good autumn colour
£19.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £16.00 each
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenDark-green leaves to 45cm (18in) long with up to 19 sharply-toothed oval to lance-shaped leaflets.
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Yellow
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RacemesArching, then spreading racemes to 25cm (10in) long
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Pinnate
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Incised
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Lanceolate
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Oblong
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightErect shrub with stout, upright branches. Flowers are followed by blue-black berries.
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowersSimilar to lily of the valley
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus rich
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
Nectar attracts overwintering blackcaps -
Mature Size2m (6½ft)
3m (10ft)
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