Redberry Mahonia
Mahonia haematocarpa
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Berberidaceae
Plant Description: Large slow-growing evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States. Bluish-green holly-like leaves are quite spiny. Spring brings profuse, small yellow flowers followed by bright red berries in late summer to fall. Berries are edible though sour. Will take some time to reach its maximum height. Best used as a barrier or screen.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Shrub - Evergreen
Plant Care: Shrub - Evergreen (woody multi-stemmed plants that keep their leaves and color during winter): Only minimal pruning is required and mostly to retain a desirable shape. Pruning should be done in early spring. Monitor for pests, diseases or other ailments on a regular basis.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 6-12' tall and wide
Utah Native: Yes
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes: Foundation Plant, Perimeter Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Blue-green
Bloom Colors: Yellow
Bloom Seasons: Late Spring
Bloom Period: May - Jun
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Very Low (Water to Establish)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Unknown
Garden Location:
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Design Path
- Easy Does It
- Winter Interest
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Spring -
Summer -
Fall -
Winter
