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MAHONIA bealei
Bluish green leaves spotted yellow and white at the base. Very fragrant light yellow flowers
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Syn. M. japonica 'Bealei'. Wildlife plant -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Evergreen
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Yellow
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RacemesShort, upright racemes to 10cm (4in) 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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Ovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightErect shrub with stout, upright branches. Flowers are followed by purple 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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Mahonia - Growing Guide