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Hollyleaved barberry

Mahonia aquifolium

About Hollyleaved barberry

Hollyleaved barberry is a wonderful native shrub that brings real beauty to your yard. It has glossy, spiky leaves that look almost like holly, turning gorgeous purple-red colors when the weather cools down. In spring, you'll enjoy fragrant yellow flower clusters that are absolutely lovely. Better yet, birds and other wildlife love the blue berries that follow, making this plant a real magnet for nature lovers.

Growing this shrub is straightforward and forgiving. It thrives in full sun, where it shows off its best colors and fullest growth. Once established, it needs little fussing from you. Because it's a native plant, it's well-suited to your local conditions and soil. Plant one in a spot with good sunlight, water it in during dry spells while it gets started, and you'll have a healthy, beautiful shrub that works hard for both you and your local wildlife.

Native to 45 states