SCIENTIFIC NAME: Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

COMMON NAME: Compact Oregon Grape

GARDEN SIZE: 2-3 feet tall x 3-4 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Full Shade to Part Sun; Protect from harsh winter winds

WATER & SOIL: Prefers average to moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil; average water needs. Tolerates drought once established.

HABIT (FORM): Upright

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Glossy deep green foliage with bronze-red new growth, transitioning to purple-red in cool weather

FLOWERS: Yellow, showy flowers in spring

PLANT ORIGIN: Western North America, primarily in the Pacific Northwest (Canada: British Columbia; USA: Washington, Oregon, northern California, Idaho, and Montana)

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects in the spring.

FERTILIZING: Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer; repeat after flowering if desired

PRUNING: No pruning required but can be clipped lightly any time of year for a tidy appearance.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered mildly toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

USES: Foundation planting, Borders, Privacy Screens, Woodland Gardens