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Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress' - Soft Caress Mahonia

Market price from $16.75 to $47.50

Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress' is an enchanting evergreen shrub that brings a refreshing charm to your garden year-round. Belonging to the Berberidaceae family, this unique variant, unlike its prickly relatives, introduces a soft texture with its delicate, fern-like foliage that's as captivating to the eye as it is to the touch. The 'Soft Caress' mahonia is a mid-sized wonder that can reach up to 4 feet in both height and width. Punctuated by a vibrant display of gold-toned blooms in the midst of bleak winter seasons, this gem transitions into a showcase of delightful blue berries as winter yields to spring. While it thrives in partial to full shade, it is impressively resilient, asking for only a moderate dose of water. Unbeatably versatile, it magnificently fits into mixed borders or container cultivation, enhancing both traditional and contemporary landscapes with a distinct texture and perennial interest. Inviting to local wildlife, this supple touch of green offers an effortless blend of aesthetic appeal and low maintenance, making it a prized selection for any discerning gardener.

  • Size: Up to 4 feet tall and 3.5 feet wide
  • Flowers: Bright yellow flowers in winter, followed by blue berries
  • Foliage: Delicate, fern-like, bright green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Partial to full shade
  • Distinctive Character: Soft texture contrasting traditional Mahonia's spiky foliage.
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