Botanical Name
Berberis trifoliata (Mahonia trifoliata)
Plant Type
Shrubs
Native To
Edwards Plateau
Plant Height Min
3ft
Plant Height Max
7ft
Plant Spread Min
3ft
Plant Spread Max
6ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Interest To
Spring
Plant Color
Yellow
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Water Needs
Very Low
Comments
Native, evergreen shrub; bluish-green, holly-like foliage; fragrant early spring flowers; prickly leaves not pedestrian friendly but provides excellent nesting for birds; red edible berries; pruning not necessary