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Mahonia bealei
Evergreen shrub
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The Mahonia bealei plant species is found in E. Asia - W. China in Hupeh, Hubei, Sichuan and Taiwan. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Mahonia bealei
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  (Fort.)Carr.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  2
 
Habitat:  Damp woodlands in uplands around 2000 metres[184].



Propagation Notes:  Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[78]. It usually germinates in the spring[K]. 'Green' seed (harvested when the embryo has fully developed but before the seed case has dried) should be sown as soon as it is harvested and germinates within 6 weeks[K]. Stored seed should be sown as soon as possible in late winter or spring. 3 weeks cold stratification will improve its germination, which should take place in 3 - 6 months at 10°c. Prick out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a cold frame for at least their first winter. Plant them out in late spring or early summer. Division of suckers in spring[78]. Whilst they can be placed direct into their permanent positions, better results are achieved if they are potted up and placed in a frame until established[11]. Leaf cuttings in the autumn.

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