Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'
Dwarf Oregon Grape
Description
The dwarf Oregon-grape is and evergreen shrub that grows to 2 ft. tall. It has holly-like green and bronzy leaves, yellow flowers, and purple berries. This plant takes sun or shade and spreads from underground stems. g It is native to California and is water tolerant.- Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.