The broadleaf evergreen Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blossoms during early spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry) bears showy fruit. This plant has showy and fissured bark. A specimen plant, Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, container, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics
This broadleaf evergreen attracts birds to your garden. In the fall, Mahonia aquifolium enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage, and in the winter it offers visual interest to your garden.
Cautions
Thorns or spines can be a problem with Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Mahonia aquifolium (holly-leaved barbarry) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
