Mahonia piperiana

Also Known As

Berberis piperiana
Piper's Oregon Grape

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-8'

planting zones

6a-9b

Mahonia piperiana plant details

Mahonia piperiana is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mahonia piperiana

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mahonia piperiana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Northern California/Southwestern Oregon native evergreen shrub with pinnately compound evergreen leaves tending to turn red in frost and drought. Late winter - early spring flowers are bright yellow racemes that precede masses of blue, powdery berries. Heat tolerant, drought tolerant and deer resistant.