Mahonia bealei

Mahonia bealei Details

Mahonia bealei, commonly known as Leatherleaf Mahonia, is a shrub grown for its unusual foliage and pretty flowers. This evergreen produces sharply toothed, green-blue leaves which are complemented with lightly scented, yellow flowers from autumn through spring. The flowers result in decorative, blue berries which are great for attracting birds. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, periods of dry, and coastal environments. The Leatherleaf Mahonia is commonly included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or planted so the fragrance and beauty of this plant can be enjoyed. It is a low-maintenance and stunning plant.