Cascade Oregon Grape

Mahonia nervosa

ripening berries of Oregon grape in the process of changing from green to reddish purple, will eventually turn dark blue.

a low growing shrub with oval- to oblong-shaped leaflets are shiny on top, with wavy spine-tipped edges.

Plant Description

Low growing, rhizomatous evergreen shrub with prickly leaves, up to 2 ft tall with yellow flowers in early spring to early summer. Produces edible (but tart) blue berries. Tolerant of moisture, drought, and shade. Provides food and cover for birds. Some of the foliage turns bright red or purple in winter. Makes a good groundcover for dry shade.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Shrub
Habitats	Forests Gardens Little Habitats Residential yards
Soil and Moisture Conditions	Dry to moist
Special Uses	Attracts birds Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects Blooms April Blooms February-March Blooms May Deer resistant Drought tolerant Erosion control Evergreen Flowering Flowers yellow Good for shady woodland garden Perennial Produces berries Produces fruit Produces nectar Produces pollen Produces seeds Provides soil stabilization Provides wildlife habitat Woody
Shade Preference	Full shade Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	2'