Mahonia microphylla

How to Grow and Care for Mahonia microphylla

Mahonia microphylla · Mahonia microphylla

Grow in any well-drained soil in partial or deep shade; will tolerate a sunny position if the soil is not too dry. Mahonia don’t respond well to nitrogen rich fertilisers but do appreciate an annual mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost in autumn. Water in very dry periods – water well if needed but not often

Watering: Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferredSunlight: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shadeBerries are ornamental, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Planting and Growing Mahonia microphylla

Mahonia microphylla
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
Sunlight requirementsFull shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced shrub feed once in spring
ToxicityBerries are ornamental, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Care Tips

Grow in any well-drained soil in partial or deep shade; will tolerate a sunny position if the soil is not too dry. Mahonia don’t respond well to nitrogen rich fertilisers but do appreciate an annual mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost in autumn. Water in very dry periods – water well if needed but not often

How to Water Mahonia microphylla?

Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Mahonia microphylla?

Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Mahonia microphylla?

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What Soil Is Best for Mahonia microphylla?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Mahonia microphylla?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Mahonia microphylla?

Balanced shrub feed once in spring

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How to Prune Mahonia microphylla?

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

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How to Propagate Mahonia microphylla?

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings from late summer to autumn

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How to Transplant Mahonia microphylla?

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How to Care for Mahonia microphylla in Winter?

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How to Plant Mahonia microphylla?

Grow in any well-drained soil in partial or deep shade; will tolerate a sunny position if the soil is not too dry. Mahonia don’t respond well to nitrogen rich fertilisers but do appreciate an annual mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost in autumn. Water in very dry periods – water well if needed but not often

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How to Repot Mahonia microphylla?

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How to Harvest Mahonia microphylla?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to rust diseases

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of Mahonia microphylla

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Attributes of Mahonia microphylla

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Mahonia microphylla
Genus
Mahonia
Family
Berberidaceae
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FAQs About Mahonia microphylla

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