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Soft Caress' Mahonia

Mahonia 'Soft Caress'

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Overview

Mahonia 'Soft Caress' delivers a tropical appeal with spine-free, feathery foliage. This evergreen shrub thrives in USDA zones 7-9, reaching 3 feet in height and spread. It flourishes in partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Bright yellow blooms in early winter and blue berries in fall add year-round interest. Perfect for understory plantings and containers, it requires moderate water and minimal maintenance for optimal growth.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 7–11Climate Mediterranean
Soft Caress' Mahonia (Mahonia 'Soft Caress') — Mahonia 'Soft Caress' delivers a tropical appeal with spine-free, feathery foliage

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Soft Caress' Mahonia (Mahonia 'Soft Caress') — Mahonia 'Soft Caress' delivers a tropical appeal with spine-free, feathery foliage

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