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California Native Plant

Mahonia repens

Creeping Mahonia

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Description

The creeping Mahonia is a small evergreen shrub that grows 1'-3' high. It has spiny, red to green foliage and yellow flowers in the spring. This plant spreads by underground stems and is resistant to oak root fungus. It is native to California and is drought tolerant.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Bronze, Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Blue

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.