Chinese Mahonia

Mahonia Fortunei

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Overview

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia fortunei) is a compact evergreen shrub, prized for its finely textured, pinnate foliage that reaches up to 4 feet in height and spread. Vibrant yellow flower racemes bloom in early fall, followed by blue-black berries. It thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil. USDA Zones 7-9. Ideal for understory plantings or shaded borders, offering year-round interest and low maintenance appeal.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 8–8Climate Mediterranean

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia fortunei) is a compact evergreen shrub

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — prized for its finely textured

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — pinnate foliage that reaches up to 4 feet in height and spread

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Vibrant yellow flower racemes bloom in early fall, followed by blue-black berries

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Ideal for understory plantings or shaded borders, offering year-round interest and low maintenance appeal

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — It thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — scientifically known as Mahonia fortunei

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 8–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Berberidaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia fortunei) is a compact evergreen shrub

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — prized for its finely textured

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — pinnate foliage that reaches up to 4 feet in height and spread

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Vibrant yellow flower racemes bloom in early fall, followed by blue-black berries

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Ideal for understory plantings or shaded borders, offering year-round interest and low maintenance appeal

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — It thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — scientifically known as Mahonia fortunei

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — is a resilient and visually striking evergreen shrub

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — ideal for those seeking year-round interest in their garden

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Hailing from the Asian continent

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — this species proudly exhibits pinnate leaves that typically measure between 1 to 2 feet in length

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — with each leaf composed of 5 to 9 leaflets

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — The foliage boasts a leathery texture and a deep

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — which can acquire purplish tones during the cooler winter months

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — adding a touch of seasonal color change.<br><br>In the fall

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — the Chinese Mahonia graces landscapes with its vibrant and fragrant yellow flower clusters

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — reaching up to 6 inches in length

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — Come winter, these blossoms give way to a show of blue-black berries, approximately 1/4 inch in diameter

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — These are not just decorative; they serve as a food source for birds

Chinese Mahonia (Mahonia Fortunei) — bringing additional wildlife interest to the garden.<br><br>Typically

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