Shrubs
Oregon Grape (Mahonia aquifolium)
The state flower of Oregon, the Oregon Grape shares similar leaves to Holly and is native to north west America.
A strong, low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub that turns purplish in the winter and has glossy, slightly spiky green leaves. Black berries follow the appearance of large clusters of yellow blooms in the spring.
The size of each plant is between 15 – 50cm in height from the root plug.
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Product Description
Oregon Grape is a hardy evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Northwest. With its striking appearance and numerous uses, this plant is a great addition to any garden
Oregon Grape boasts glossy, holly-like leaves that transition from deep green to purplish-red in the fall, providing year-round visual interest. In early spring, it produces clusters of bright yellow flowers that are both eye-catching and fragrant. Following its vibrant blooms, the plant yields dark blue berries that ripen in late summer. These berries are not only decorative but also edible, often used in jams, jellies, and wines. Alongside its lovely appearance, Oregon Grape attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies with its flowers, while birds and small mammals enjoy the berries. It's an excellent choice for creating a wildlife-friendly garden.
Tree Attributes
- Typically grows 3-6 feet tall and wide, making it suitable for hedges, borders, or as a standalone specimen.
- Prefers well-drained soil but is adaptable to different soil types.
- Moderate watering needs; drought-tolerant once established.
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Minimal pruning required; prune to shape after flowering if necessary.
- Known for its resilience, Oregon Grape thrives in various soil types and conditions, from full sun to partial shade. It's drought-tolerant once established, making it a perfect choice for low-water landscapes.
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Our Commitment
Our trees are planted, grown and cared for on site. This means, once the seeds are delivered to us we plant them, establish them in our polytunnels and then harden them off. The trees you are delivered have been with us since seed and we look after them until the moment they leave.
Every tree is handpicked and packaged with the utmost care and attention to ensure your trees are delivered fighting fit to help against climate change.
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Deliveries
All postage and packaging charges for products delivered to the Mainland UK are included within the price. Additional charges apply for Northern Ireland, The Highlands & Scottish Isles, The Channel Islands, Scilly Isles & Isle of Man when ordering more than 8 trees.
As a guide, orders for 8 plants or more will be sent via a courier, 8 plants or fewer will be sent by Royal Mail.
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Refunds
Your happiness is our business and that is why we individually check every single tree that we send out. If you have a concern about your tree, please get in touch with us within 7 days so that we can diagnose the issue. Very rarely, we might ask you to send the tree back to us in secure packaging to help us identify the issue but often we can identify the issue with photographs.
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