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Berberis (Mahonia) aquifolium | Oregon Grape

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DESCRIPTION
Berberis aquifolium carries glossy, holly-like leaves that emerge with bronze tones before maturing to deep green. The leathery foliage forms dense clusters along the stems and often develops rich reddish or purplish hues in cooler seasons. In early to mid spring, bright clusters of golden-yellow flowers appear at the tips of the branches. The lightly fragrant blooms are followed by deep blue berries with a dusty coating that adds ornamental interest.

Native to western North America, Berberis aquifolium occurs naturally in forests and open slopes from British Columbia south through California. In gardens it provides evergreen structure for woodland plantings, native landscapes, and wildlife gardens, where the flowers attract pollinators and the berries are valued by birds.

DESCRIPTION
Berberis aquifolium carries glossy, holly-like leaves that emerge with bronze tones before maturing to deep green. The leathery foliage forms dense clusters along the stems and often develops rich reddish or purplish hues in cooler seasons. In early to mid spring, bright clusters of golden-yellow flowers appear at the tips of the branches. The lightly fragrant blooms are followed by deep blue berries with a dusty coating that adds ornamental interest.

Native to western North America, Berberis aquifolium occurs naturally in forests and open slopes from British Columbia south through California. In gardens it provides evergreen structure for woodland plantings, native landscapes, and wildlife gardens, where the flowers attract pollinators and the berries are valued by birds.

 

  • Family: Berberidaceae
    Height: 3 to 6 feet
    Width: 3 to 5 feet
    Foliage color: Glossy dark green holly like leaves often turning reddish bronze to purple in winter
    Flower color: Bright yellow fragrant flowers borne in dense upright clusters
    Bloom time: Early to mid spring, often March to May
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full shade
    Water requirements: Low to average
    Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to shape plants and remove older stems to encourage dense growth
    Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
    Wildlife attractors: Bees, butterflies and birds that feed on the blue purple berries

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