MAHONIA nitens 'Cabaret'
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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
£27.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin. The Netherlands. KW Verboom -
Evergreenmid green to blue-green leaves with a thin red line along the margins from spring to late summer.
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Red
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Yellow
Orange red in bud opening yellow -
RacemesSemi-erect racemes 9-15cm (3½-6in) long
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Pinnate
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Incised
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
80cm (32in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, many-stemmed shrub. Flowers are followed by blue 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 - 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 -
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
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size1m (39in)
80cm (32in)
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