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Mahonia nevinii - Nevin Mahonia

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Mahonia nevinii is an irresistible evergreen shrub native to California, fondly known as Nevin Mahonia, loved for its resilience and effortless charm. With its eye-catching silver-blue to grey-green spiky leaves, it flourishes in both full sun and partial shade, standing up to 8 feet tall, fully immersed in any sandy or rocky landscape. This star performer shimmers with clusters of radiant yellow flowers from late winter to early spring, transitioning into enticing red-orange berries that cheerfully invite local birds. Known for its remarkable drought tolerance, Nevin Mahonia requires minimal water, making it the ideal addition to environmentally aware xeriscape designs. In addition to its year-round beauty, this low-maintenance shrub offers practical benefits as a privacy screen or hedge, perfectly rounding off your flora ensemble with a uniquely Californian touch.

  • Size: Up to 8 feet tall
  • Flowers: Bright yellow; in bloom from late winter to early spring
  • Foliage: Intricate silver-blue, grey-green, spiky leaves
  • Water usage: Low; drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional Features: Produces red-orange berries that attract birds; suitable for xeriscaping
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