Oregon Grape Hedging | Mahonia aquifolium
Brightens the shadiest spots
Grown by Cameron
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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30-45cm on arrival
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Oregon Grape Hedging
Mahonia aquifolium
- A vigorous, low growing evergreen shrub that's ideal for shady gardens
- Glossy green, slightly prickly leaves that take on a purple tint in winter. Large clusters of sunny yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by purple grape-like berries
- Fabulous in a mixed shrub border, as a feature plant in a flower bed or as part of a low hedge
- A fully hardy, slow growing shrub which will reach a height of up to 3m but can easily be maintained at a lower height
- Drought resistant and can be grown in full or partial shade
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
No, Oregon Grape Hedging is not suitable for growing in a pot.
How big does it get?
The Mahonia aquifolium can reach a mature height of 1.5 to 2 metres and a spread of 1.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Oregon Grape Hedging prefers partial to full shade, requiring less than 3 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Oregon Grape Hedging prefers moist but well-drained soil, particularly humus-rich soils.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Oregon Grape Hedging requires regular watering to maintain moist soil, especially when temperatures exceed 25 degrees Celsius.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Oregon Grape Hedging requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
Oregon Grape is fully hardy throughout the UK with an RHS rating of H5, enduring temperatures down to -15°C.
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Meet Cameron
Putting shrubs in the starlight (and boy do they shine…)
Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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