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Posted 12/28/2022 in Shrub

Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun'

An evergreen shrub; Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun' is noted for its dark green spiny-toothed eaves that bring texture to the winter landscape. Sprays of yellow flowers in the late fall to early winter develop into grape-like clusters of wax-coated black berries.

Post Details

Latin Name
Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun'
Common Name
Winter Sun Mahonia
Planting Zone
Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Winter
Height
6-10 ft
Spread
4-7 ft
Suggested Uses
Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

An evergreen shrub; Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun' is noted for its dark green spiny-toothed eaves that bring texture to the winter landscape. Sprays of yellow flowers in the late fall to early winter develop into grape-like clusters of wax-coated black berries.

Special Care Instructions

Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates sandy soil. Prune in early spring. Drought tolerant.

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