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  • MAHONIA eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'
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    MAHONIA eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'

    Commonly known as Mountain Grape, Oregon Grape

    Plant of the year at Chelsea 2013. A compact habit and the first mahonia to have entirely spine free leaves. Bright yellow flowers
     
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    • Good to know
      Mahonia eurybracteata subsp. ganpinensis 'Soft Caress'. Compact size makes it a good choice for a large planter
    • Pests & Diseases
      Trouble free
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin. Van Son & Koot, Netherlands
    • Evergreen
    • Yellow
    • Racemes
      4-10 slender, terminal racemes to 10cm (4in) long
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Linear
    • Height
      1m (39ins)
    • Spread
      1m (39ins)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Sprays of flowers are followed by attractive blue 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)
    • Scented flowers
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Bee friendly
    • Bird friendly
    • Mature Size
      1m (39ins)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1m (39ins)
       
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