The broadleaf evergreen Mahonia bealei (beale's barberry) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blossoms during late winter to early spring. The showy matte foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Mahonia bealei (beale's barberry) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Mahonia bealei (beale's barberry) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Mahonia bealei .
Cautions
Thorns can make Mahonia bealei (beale's barberry) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. Depending upon your local conditions, Mahonia bealei (beale's barberry) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
