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MAHONIA nitens 'Cabaret'

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

A brand new introduction with holly-like foliage and a very compact habit. Flowers are orange-red in bud on tall spikes, opening yellow
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    mid green to blue-green leaves with a thin red line along the margins from spring to late summer.
  • Red
  • Yellow
    Orange red in bud opening yellow
  • Height
    1m (39in)
  • Spread
    80cm (32in)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Compact, many-stemmed shrub. Flowers are followed by blue berries.
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
    Borderline
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

MAHONIA nitens 'Cabaret'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Garden origin. The Netherlands. KW Verboom
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
    Semi-erect racemes 9-15cm (3½-6in) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Suitable for small gardens
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
    Borderline
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf margin
    Incised
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Elliptic
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Bird friendly
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Mahonia - Growing Guide
1m (39in)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  80cm (32in)
  

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