Mahonia aquifolium

Oregon Grape

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Evergreen shrub with spiny holly-like leaves, bright yellow spring blooms, and blue-black berries. Native to NW USA.
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Plant Details

Common Name Oregon Grape
Family Berberidaceae
Genus Mahonia
Species Aquifolium
Origin Western North America
Blooming Yellow flowers in spring, blue berries in autumn
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, well-drained acidic soil rich in organic matter; peat-based mixes for containers

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth, reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers shade to partial sun; avoid harsh midday sun indoors to prevent leaf scorch

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before flowering

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to shape; remove dead or damaged canes in late winter

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
300 – 4000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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