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    Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers]

    Also Known As

    • Berberis eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers]
    • Mahonia confusa 'Cistus Silver'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 7a-8b

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    Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers] plant details

    Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In winter bronze and chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers]

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: berberidaceae
    Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 5 FT tall
    Flowers: bronze and chartreuse blooms in winter
    Uses: easy-to-grow, unique, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers]

    USDA Zones: 7a - 8b
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: acidic, clay, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Fireworks for the shade! We've been playing around for some time selecting these platinum babies (now seen as M. eurybracteata). To 5' with few branches and rosettes of 2-3' leaves emerging bronze (lots of precious metals here). Easy for dappled shade to full sun in cooler climates, fall and winter flowers of bright yellow blushed.. um.. copper. Occasional summer watering, excellent focal point, USDA zone 7.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers] plant

    How to Grow Mahonia eurybracteata [Cistus Silvers]

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • bronze
      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Mahonia x media 'Arthur Menzies'

    aka Berberis x hortensis 'Arthur Menzies', Mahonia 'Arthur Menzies', Mahonia japonica x lomarifolia

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6'-12'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Mahonia x media 'Arthur Menzies' flower, foliage by plant lust
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    Mahonia x media 'Charity'

    aka Berberis x hortensis 'Charity'

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 10'-15'

    Width: 4'-12'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Mahonia x media 'Charity' landscape by Danger Garden
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    Mahonia aquifolium 'Apollo'

    aka Berberis aquifolium 'Apollo', Oregon Grapeholly

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 18"-36"

    Width: 24"-48"

    • mostly sun - shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Mahonia x media 'Underway'

    aka Berberis x hortensis 'Underway', Mahonia 'Underway'

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 8'

    Width: 6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Mahonia x media 'Underway' foliage by plant lust
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    Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

    aka Berberis aquifolium 'Compacta', Mahonia aquifolium 'Compactum', Mahonia aquifolium cv. 'Compactum', Compact Oregon Grape

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta' foliage by Native Sons
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