Dwarf (Cascade) Oregon grape - Mahonia nervosa
Plant type: evergreen groundcover
Mature height: 1 - 2’
Features: Strongly toothed leaves, less shiny than the tall Oregon grape. Fragrant yellow flower groupings (Mar- Jun). Great for smaller yards where larger Oregon grapes may be too much.
PPL: yes
Light - part sun to full shade
Soil - dry to moist (well-drained)
Ecological benefit: Great for pollinators, also attracts birds/small mammals when flowers turn to berries. Good for mason bees!
Plant type: evergreen groundcover
Mature height: 1 - 2’
Features: Strongly toothed leaves, less shiny than the tall Oregon grape. Fragrant yellow flower groupings (Mar- Jun). Great for smaller yards where larger Oregon grapes may be too much.
PPL: yes
Light - part sun to full shade
Soil - dry to moist (well-drained)
Ecological benefit: Great for pollinators, also attracts birds/small mammals when flowers turn to berries. Good for mason bees!
Plant type: evergreen groundcover
Mature height: 1 - 2’
Features: Strongly toothed leaves, less shiny than the tall Oregon grape. Fragrant yellow flower groupings (Mar- Jun). Great for smaller yards where larger Oregon grapes may be too much.
PPL: yes
Light - part sun to full shade
Soil - dry to moist (well-drained)
Ecological benefit: Great for pollinators, also attracts birds/small mammals when flowers turn to berries. Good for mason bees!
