Berberis aquifolium (Tall Oregon-grape)
Evergreen perennial shrub with glossy, prominently toothed leaves that have variable colouration depending on the season (red, yellow, green). Clusters of bright yellow flowers attract bees in early spring, turning to large light blue berries in summer for
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Evergreen perennial shrub with glossy, prominently toothed leaves that have variable colouration depending on the season (red, yellow, green). Clusters of bright yellow flowers attract bees in early spring, turning to large light blue berries in summer for birds. This species is sun-loving, but also grows well in partial shade sites.
Plant Details
| habitat | Meadows, woodlands, and thickets |
|---|---|
| light | Full sun to part shade |
| moisture | Dry to mesic |
| height | Up to 1 m |
| flowering | March to May |
| habit | Evergreen rhizomatous shrub |
| feature | Attracts bumblebees, butterfly host, edible fruit |
| companion plants | Yarrow, Blue Wildrye, Oceanspray, Red-flowering Currant, Common Snowberry, Great Camas |
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