Harvesting of Mahonia repens typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.
creeping mahonia
Mahonia repens
Creeping mahonia (Mahonia repens) is an evergreen perennial shrub native to the northwest United States and northwest Canada. It has small, bright yellow flowers that bloom from mid-to late spring, followed by black berries. The leaves are leathery and remain on the branches for many years. The shrub grows to about 12 inches in height and spreads rapidly over the ground, creating a dense cover. It can tolerate shadier gardens with moist soil, but also performs well in sunny spots with adequate drainage. The creeping mahonia is a great ground cover plant and perfect for rock gardens and borders.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
Partial sun
Soil:
Loamy Humus
Fruits:
blue,purple Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Creeping Mahonia (Mahonia repens) should be watered when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Generally this should be done on a weekly basis, but the amount should vary depending on the temperature, humidity and other environmental factors. In the heat of summer, plants may need to be watered more often-twice weekly or even daily if the soil is dry. During the cooler months of fall and winter, watering should be reduced to once every 2 weeks or so.
sunlight
Creeping Mahonia (Mahonia repens) is an evergreen shrub that adapts well to various types of light. For best growth and flowering, it should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably during the morning or early afternoon. When the summer temperatures are particularly high, it is best to give the plant some afternoon shade. During the winter, the plant should receive as much sunlight as possible to help it stay healthy. Creeping Mahonia should not be kept in extreme shade for long periods of time; it does best when receiving partial shade throughout the day.
pruning
Creeping mahonia should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Pruning should be light and gradual, removing no more than 1-third of the total foliage for best results. This species should not be pruned heavily or severely. Focus on removing dead, diseased, and weak branches as needed. Also remove any overgrown and crossing branches to create an open and airy structure.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Mahonia repens typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
Starts Flowering
Mahonia repens typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Mahonia repens typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.
