11 January 2008

Mahonia aquifolium - Oregon Grape Holly


Wow...Joe is making a post. As I contemplated what to write about I decided that I would right about what I know best....PLANTS. So here goes.

This is the most spectacular shrub known in existence. The Oregon Grape Holly. Hardy to Zone 4 Beautiful dark green glossy evergreen foliage that turns a very nice maroon color in the winter. These bright yellow flowers appear in late spring followed by red berries slowly changing to blue. After the first freeze in fall the berries beginning to shrivel and become sweet. Seedy but delicious! There are not to many pests that plague this delightful plant. An as an extra added bonus, it loves shade. Plus if you order now, you will get a shrub that will grow almost any where where our family lives. Not to be out done, if you order within the next 30 minutes you get the very drought tolerant Mahonia aquifolium!!! What benefits...What a plus. Enjoy.

I hope that you all weren't bored out of your mind.

-Cuate

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