Care

Planting & Growing
Prefers humusy, lightly acidic, well-drained soil. Space 3 to 4 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates dry shade. Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring. Spreads along surface by stolons.

Brand Monrovia Growers
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Berberidaceae
Bloom Time Spring
Foliage Color Purple
Genus Name Mahonia
Hardiness Zone 5
Landscape Uses Border,Ground Cover,Hillside
Light Needs Filtered sun,Partial shade,Partial sun
Mature Height 18 in
Mature Width 42 in
Prune Time Summer after flowering.
Water Needs Moderate