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Mahonia pinnata 'Ken Hartman' - Ken Hartman California Barberry

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Mahonia pinnata 'Ken Hartman' is a stand-out addition to any landscaping project. This resilient evergreen shrub is a member of the esteemed 'Shrubs' family, growing luxuriously up to nine feet in height. Known more commonly as the Ken Hartman California Barberry, this foliage favourite boasts a lush display of dark green, pinnate leaves offering a rich texture. As chillier season approaches, these leaves subtly transition their hue, adding an extra layer of intrigue to your garden. Come winter, your eye will be caught by clusters of vibrant yellow flowers proudly blooming against the cooler climate. As springtime rolls around, these flowers will mature into distinctive blue-black berries, making it a spectacle to behold throughout the year. Incredibly hardy and delightfully drought-tolerant, the Ken Hartman California Barberry thrives both in full sun and partial shade environments, demonstrating its uncompromising adaptability. With minimal water usage required and a readiness to grow in varying soil conditions, this low-maintenance marvel only continues to impress with its practicality. The Mahonia pinnata 'Ken Hartman' is a true testament to effective and beautiful landscaping—its year-round interest, coupled with its durable nature, makes it an investment with robust returns.

  • Size: Up to 9 feet tall
  • Flowers: Vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in winter
  • Foliage: Glossy, dark green, pinnate leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Berry production: Produces blue-black berries in spring
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