Mahonia 'Silverback'

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A large evergreen shrub, with pinnate leaves up to 60cm long, divided into close-set pairs of broad, spiny green leaflets with silvery white undersides. Small yellow flowers are borne in upright clusters in late winter

Scientific classification

Species: Mahonia 'Silverback' (Mahonia 'Silverback')
Genus: Mahonia
Family: Berberidaceae

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Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Mahonia 'Silverback'

Distribution map

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Culture

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Toxicity

Berries are ornamental, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Quick identification of Mahonia 'Silverback'

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Mahonia 'Silverback' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

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

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings from late summer to autumn

Growing

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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