Compact Oregon Grape

Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

Pronunciation: ma-HOH-nee-a a-kwi-FOH-li-um
SKU #06075
5-9

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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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Description An excellent, durable, low maintenance shrub for mass plantings or borders. New growth has bronze-red coloring and matures to a glossy, deep green. When cool weather arrives, foliage develops a handsome purple-red coloration that adds interest to the winter landscape. Evergreen.
Bloom Time Spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Multi-Season Interest, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border
Design Ideas This smaller version of Oregon Grape is more versatile as a shrub. Useful in smaller city gardens, where its dense evergreen foliage covers the exposed legs of taller plants. Use as a small hedge or edging material to cover the underpinnings of decks and steps. Plant near rocks or dry streambeds in wild gardens or add a clump to edge plants near water gardens for an interesting foliage variation. Ideal for unique form and texture in shaded condo or town-house patio gardens.
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Viburnum (Viburnum); Magnolia (Magnolia); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia)
Care Instructions Thrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; tolerates sandy sites and clay. Shelter from drying winds and harsh sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to develop an extensive root system. Fertilize in spring. Slowly spreads; prune suckers promptly, unless naturalizing is desired.
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DescriptionAn excellent, durable, low maintenance shrub for mass plantings or borders. New growth has bronze-red coloring and matures to a glossy, deep green. When cool weather arrives, foliage develops a handsome purple-red coloration that adds interest to the winter landscape. Evergreen.
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Multi-Season Interest, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder
Design IdeasThis smaller version of Oregon Grape is more versatile as a shrub. Useful in smaller city gardens, where its dense evergreen foliage covers the exposed legs of taller plants. Use as a small hedge or edging material to cover the underpinnings of decks and steps. Plant near rocks or dry streambeds in wild gardens or add a clump to edge plants near water gardens for an interesting foliage variation. Ideal for unique form and texture in shaded condo or town-house patio gardens.
Flower ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley (Pieris); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Viburnum (Viburnum); Magnolia (Magnolia); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; tolerates sandy sites and clay. Shelter from drying winds and harsh sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to develop an extensive root system. Fertilize in spring. Slowly spreads; prune suckers promptly, unless naturalizing is desired.

Frequently asked questions

Does Compact Oregon Grape produce flowers?
Spring
Is Compact Oregon Grape evergreen or deciduous?
Compact Oregon Grape is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Compact Oregon Grape?
Compact Oregon Grape is Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Multi-Season Interest, Compact Form.
Is Compact Oregon Grape resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Compact Oregon Grape grow?
Compact Oregon Grape has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Compact Oregon Grape?
Compact Oregon Grape grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Compact Oregon Grape in my landscape?
Compact Oregon Grape is suitable for: Border.
How can I use Compact Oregon Grape in my garden design?
This smaller version of Oregon Grape is more versatile as a shrub. Useful in smaller city gardens, where its dense evergreen foliage covers the exposed legs of taller plants. Use as a small hedge or edging material to cover the underpinnings of decks and steps. Plant near rocks or dry streambeds in wild gardens or add a clump to edge plants near water gardens for an interesting foliage variation. Ideal for unique form and texture in shaded condo or town-house patio gardens.
What color are Compact Oregon Grape flowers?
Compact Oregon Grape produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Compact Oregon Grape?
Compact Oregon Grape has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Compact Oregon Grape?
Good companion plants for Compact Oregon Grape include: Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Viburnum (Viburnum); Magnolia (Magnolia); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia).
How do I care for Compact Oregon Grape?
Thrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; tolerates sandy sites and clay. Shelter from drying winds and harsh sun in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to develop an extensive root system. Fertilize in spring. Slowly spreads; prune suckers promptly, unless naturalizing is desired.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.