Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'
Common name:
Compact Oregon Grape
Pronunciation:
ma-HO-ni-a a-kwi-FO-lee-um
Family:
Berberidaceae
Genus:
Synonyms:
‘Compactum’
Type:
Broadleaf
Native to (or naturalized in) Oregon:
Yes
- Broadleaf evergreen shrub, slower and lower growing than the species type, to 2-3 ft (0.6-0.9 m) high and spreading to about 5 ft (1.5 m) wide. Spike-like clusters of yellow flowers followed by blue fruit as per the species.
- Partial or full shade. Performs best in moist, well-drained, acid soil. Avoid hot, dry soils (such as in parking lots or strips), and desiccating winds.
- Hardy to USDA Zone 5
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plant habit, summer
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leaf
