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Mahonia pinnata - California Barberry

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Mahonia pinnata is an elegant addition to any garden setup; known popularly as California Barberry, this evergreen shrub lends a touch of California's natural beauty to your outdoor space. Its defining attributes include its imposing height of up to 15 feet and its noteworthy resilience to various climates and soil conditions. The California Barberry unapologetically flaunts vibrant gold-yellow flowers in the spring, which then evolve into a display of deep blue-purple berries during the fall and winter seasons. This display not only adds a captivating visual element to your garden but also offers a beneficial food source for local wildlife. Furthermore, its lush, dark green to bluish-gray foliage is adorned with spiny margins, giving this plant an edgy yet respectable demeanor. Resourceful in its water usage, this drought-tolerant shrub thrives under a spectrum of sunlight exposures, from full sun to partial shade. Delightfully robust and aesthetically captivating, the California Barberry stands as a beacon of both beauty and durability in the world of landscaping.

  • Size: Up to 3-15 feet tall
  • Flowers: Bright gold-yellow
  • Foliage: Glossy, dark green or bluish-gray leaves with spiny margins
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Berries: Produces deep blue-purple berries attractive to wildlife
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