Mahonia gracilipes

Evergreen Shrub

A handsome evergreen shrub for woodland gardens with bold, leathery foliage; green on the top with striking white to silver undersides. Frothy blooms in late summer are interesting, but foliage is main attraction.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10

Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Description

Size: 36 - 60 tall x 36 - 48 wide
Shape / Form: Irregular
Foliage Texture: Bold, Coarse
Foliage Quality: Bold, Coarse

Features: Attracts Birds, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest

Foliage Color: Green

Flower Color: Magenta / Deep Pink
Bloom Season: Aug, Sep, Fall

Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Container, Small Gardens, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations: Deep Shade, Low Water / No Water

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-round Interest, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler
Plant Behavior: Slow Growing
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite, Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Plant Combos

Woodland Scheme with Great Structure and Showy Flowers

Focus: Year-round Interest, Mixed Border, Privacy and Screening, Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Efficient Use of Space
Exposure: Open Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
Zone: 8, 9
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Foliage Duo for Woodland Garden

Focus: Mixed Border, Small Space
Exposure: Open Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun
Zone: 8, 9, 7, 10
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Seasonal Blooms with Fab Foliage for Year-round Beauty

Focus: Year-round Interest, Mixed Border, Privacy and Screening, Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Efficient Use of Space, Color Theme, Curb Appeal
Exposure: Open Shade, Morning Sun, Part Sun
Zone: 8, 7
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Mahonia gracilipes