Longleaf Mahonia
Mahonia nervosa
SKU
06093
Great as a woodland groundcover, low barrier planting, or facing for taller mahonias. Effect is that of a mass of stiff, leathery ferns. Produces clusters of yellow flowers. Native to woodlands of the Pacific Northwest. Best in shade, takes sun in cooler climates. Evergreen.
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Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing to 2 ft. tall; spreads by underground stems. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Garden, Dry Shade |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, Shade Loving, Year-round Interest, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Companion Plants | Beautyberry (Callicarpa); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Azalea (Azalea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia) |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Dry-shade tolerant, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant