Mahonia Plants at BCA

The following species and varieties are currently represented in our collections. To include taxa that are no longer present, go to this other list.

  • Berberis bealei

    Leatherleaf Mahonia
    A coarse, upright, shade-loving evergreen shrub w/ stiff spiny leaves, bright yellow early spring flowers, & showy clusters of bluish summer fruits.
    Read cultural details and find specific plantings.
    • Berberis bealei // Leatherleaf Mahonia ("straight species")

  • Berberis japonica

    Japanese Mahonia
    A broadleaf evergreen shrub w/ stiff spiny leaves, bright yellow early spring flowers, & showy clusters of gray-mauve summer fruits.
    Read cultural details and find specific plantings.
    • Berberis japonica // Japanese Mahonia ("straight species")