Mahonia repens Creeping Oregon grape (Berberidaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Mahonia repens
Creeping Oregon grape
Evergreen shrub
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The Mahonia repens plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Creeping Oregon grape. Some home gardeners know the variety as M. nana. Berberis nana. B. repens.

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Latin Name:  Mahonia repens
Common Name:  Creeping Oregon grape
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  (Lindl.)D.Don.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Hills and slopes, often in partial shade[85], usually on dry slopes[155].

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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