Mahonia repens

Name: Mahonia repens

Common Name: Creeping mahonia; creeping Oregon grape

Description: The holly-like compound leaves are made up of five to seven leaflets and are round to oval with spiny teeth. The upper surfaces appear matte finished, while the undersides are shiny. The inflorescence is shorter than other mahonia, although they are still made up of many yellow fragrant flowers. Like the other mahonia, some leaves turn mauve, rose and rust in winter. Dark blue or purple berries appear in late spring and continue through summer.

Habit: Grows up to 1 foot tall and spreads to 3 feet. M. repens is a slow grower. Grows best in full sun or part shade.

Hardiness: USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Landscape use: Groundcover or foundation plant.

Source: SevenOaks Native Nursery