Oregon Grape
Oregon grape is a broadleaf evergreen shrub native to the northern parts of North America. It has sharply toothed leaves. Yellow flower clusters appear in spring and turn into blue fruits later in the summer.
It will grow in both part shade and full shade but performs best with regular moisture and protection from the wind. The berries are eaten by a variety of wildlife.
Oregon Grape
Oregon grape is a broadleaf evergreen shrub native to the northern parts of North America. It has sharply toothed leaves. Yellow flower clusters appear in spring and turn into blue fruits later in the summer.
It will grow in both part shade and full shade but performs best with regular moisture and protection from the wind. The berries are eaten by a variety of wildlife.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Berberis aquifolium
Pronunciation
BUR-bur-is a-kwee-FOH-lee-um
Mature Height
3 to 6 ft.
Mature Spread
3 to 5 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
May
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
native to the northwest and northeast parts of North America
Light Requirements
part shade to full shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 5-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 6,500 ft.
Performance
Oregon grape is growing in several locations at the Water Wise Demonstration Garden. It performs best in part-shade to shady locations.
The leaves sometimes dehydrate over the winter and turn partially brown. They eventually get covered up by the new growth, but in can be unsightly at times.
Maintenance
None needed, but can be pruned to achieve a certain shape, if desired.