Mahonia Sweet Winter - 3ltr pot
£13.00
Mahonia eurybracteata 'Sweet Winter' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its spine-free, dark green foliage and arching stems of fragrant yellow flowers during the autumn and winter. It's a valuable garden plant for adding color and structure during colder months.
Appearance
- Foliage: The evergreen, dark green leaves are narrow, deeply divided, and spineless, a contrast to many other mahonia varieties. They emerge with a metallic bronze tint in spring before maturing to a darker green.
- Flowers: Fragrant, bright yellow flowers appear in sprays on arching stems from autumn into early spring, a striking sight during winter.
- Berries: Following the flowers, clusters of dusty blue-black berries develop, attracting birds.
- Size: This is a compact and bushy variety. It can reach around 1.2 meters in height and spread.
Growing conditions
- Hardiness: It is fully hardy in the UK, tolerating temperatures down to between -10°C and -15°C. It does best in a sheltered location away from harsh winter winds.
- Sunlight: 'Sweet Winter' thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun or full shade. It is well-suited for woodland gardens or shaded borders.