Oregon Grape Varietals

Below is a list of all known varietals for Oregon Grape. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)
Compacta	A compact variety of Mahonia aquifolium, suitable for smaller gardens and containers.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia aquifolium	The most common variety, known for its holly-like leaves and yellow flowers.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia aquifolium 'Apollo'	A compact variety with large, bright yellow flower clusters.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia aquifolium 'Apollo'	A compact variety with large, bright yellow flower clusters.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia bealei	Known as Leatherleaf mahonia, this species has large, stiff leaves and fragrant yellow flowers.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia bealei	Known as Leatherleaf mahonia, this species has large, stiff leaves and fragrant yellow flowers.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'	A unique variety with soft, spine-free foliage that is popular for its texture.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'	A unique variety with soft, spine-free foliage that is popular for its texture.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia japonica	A species native to Japan with large leaves and fragrant, drooping flower clusters.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia japonica	A species native to Japan with large leaves and fragrant, drooping flower clusters.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia nervosa	A variety known for its long, narrow leaves and ability to grow in shady forest floors.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia repens	A low-growing variety often used as a groundcover, with bluish-green leaves.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun'	An upright shrub known for its fragrant, yellow winter flowers and ornamental blue berries.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Mahonia x media 'Winter Sun'	An upright shrub known for its fragrant, yellow winter flowers and ornamental blue berries.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2