Holly Grape

Mahonia Lomariifolia

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Overview

The Holly Grape, or Mahonia lomariifolia, is an evergreen shrub known for its striking, holly-like foliage reaching up to 18 inches long. This architectural plant boasts fragrant, yellow blooms in autumn, followed by blue-black berries. It thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-15 feet with a spread of 5-7 feet. Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a bold texture and year-round interest to any landscape.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 8–8Climate Mediterranean

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is an evergreen shrub known for its striking

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — It thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-15 feet with a spread of 5-7 feet

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is an evergreen shrub known for its striking

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — holly-like foliage reaching up to 18 inches long

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — scientifically known as Mahonia lomariifolia

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a bold texture and year-round interest to any landscape

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is a striking evergreen shrub that brings both visual interest and structural definition to the landscape

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 8–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Berberidaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — This architectural plant boasts fragrant, yellow blooms in autumn, followed by blue-black berries

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — It thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-15 feet with a spread of 5-7 feet

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is an evergreen shrub known for its striking

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — holly-like foliage reaching up to 18 inches long

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — scientifically known as Mahonia lomariifolia

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a bold texture and year-round interest to any landscape

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is a striking evergreen shrub that brings both visual interest and structural definition to the landscape

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — this robust plant commands attention with its glossy

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — Its natural habitat spans from the lush environments of China to the Himalayas

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — pinnate leaves that can grow up to 18 inches in length

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — Each holly-like leaf is composed of spiny leaflets

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — whose deep green hue contrasts sharply with the plant's bright-yellow

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — These blossoms appear in late fall to early winter

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — Mahonia lomariifolia prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil with an acid to neutral pH

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — the Holly Grape produces grape-like

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — blue-black berries that attract birds

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — This shrub makes for an exceptional understory planting or a naturalistic backdrop in shaded garden designs

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — It is hardy in USDA zones 7 through 9, showcasing moderate drought tolerance once established

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — and its low-maintenance character is appealing to both the designer and the client looking for long-lasting

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is an evergreen shrub known for its striking; it thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-15

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with yellow blooms

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — yellow flowers in the garden

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — holly-like foliage reaching up to 18 inches long; each holly-like leaf is composed of spiny leaflets

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