A beautiful North American native shrub, Mahonia aquifolium, commonly known as Oregon Grape Holly, is adored for its distinctive leaves, flowers, and berries. It forms an upright shrub, up to 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide, with bamboo-like stems clad in highly ornamental, holly-like, evergreen, deep green leaves that develop reddish-purple hues during the winter. In late winter to early spring, clusters of fragrant, bright yellow flowers attract early-season pollinators, followed by clusters of blue, grape-like berries that are edible, although they are quite tart. They are best enjoyed cooked, such as in jellies, jams, or pies, rather than eaten raw. The birds and small mammals will also feast on the berries. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, Oregon Grape Holly is ideal as a specimen, grouping, or hedge in partially to fully shaded landscapes, woodland borders, and home foundation plantings. It pairs beautifully with other types of Mahonia, Aucuba, Illicium (Anise), Cast Iron Plant, Hosta lilies, Heuchera, perennial ferns, and other shade-loving plants and trees. Get all the details below