Mahonia aquifolium

Oregon Holly Grape, Oregon Holly, Oregon Grape

Family: Berberidaceae Barberry


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 4B - 8B
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, foundation, massing, specimen, woodland garden
Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m
Spread 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Black, blue
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive