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California Native Plant

Mahonia aquifolium

Oregon Grape

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

Exhibiting erect growth, this evergreen shrub grows to a height of 6'. The leaves are 4"-10" long, with 5-9 very spiny-toothed, oval leaflets that are 1.5" in length.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Blue

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.