Mahonia Soft Caress - Description
Potted Latin Name: Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'
Common Name: Soft Caress Mahonia
Other Names: None
Indoors or Outdoor: Both indoor and outdoor
Size: Available in various sizes
Mahonia Soft Caress - Delivery
Delivery Info: We offer reliable and prompt delivery services for Mahonia Soft Caress plants. Expect your order to arrive in excellent condition.
Mahonia Soft Caress - Characteristics
Mature Size: Typically reaches a height of 60-90 cm with a similar spread.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen, retaining its lush foliage year-round.
Preferred Position: Partial shade to full shade, making it versatile for different garden conditions.
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Soft Caress Mahonia boasts delicate, feathery foliage with a compact, rounded growth habit.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy and well-suited for various climate conditions.
Diseases: Resistant to most common plant diseases.
Mahonia Soft Caress - Uses
Uses in Garden: Soft Caress Mahonia makes an excellent addition to garden borders, woodland gardens, and shaded areas. Its compact size and attractive foliage add elegance to any landscape.
Mahonia Soft Caress - Planting Characteristics
Preferred Planting Aspect: Thrives in partial to full shade.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it's frost-hardy.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderate growth rate.
Pruning Advice: Prune lightly to shape and remove dead or damaged growth.
Mahonia Soft Caress - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate
1. Sowing Time:
Best planted in the spring or early autumn for optimal growth.
2. Trench Preparation:
Prepare a well-draining trench or hole that's slightly larger than the root ball.
3. Positioning of Plants:
Space Mahonia Soft Caress plants at least 60-90 cm apart to allow for their mature size.
4. Plant Spacing:
Place the plant in the trench or hole at the same depth it was in its pot. Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
5. Pruning Instructions:
Lightly prune to shape the plant and remove any damaged or dead growth. Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring.
Facts About Mahonia Soft Caress
Soft Caress Mahonia, with its unique fern-like foliage, adds a touch of elegance to any garden.
This evergreen shrub is low-maintenance and well-suited for Irish climates.
Its tolerance for shade makes it an ideal choice for gardens with limited sunlight.
Mahonia Soft Caress attracts pollinators with its fragrant, winter-blooming yellow flowers.
The plant's compact size and hardiness make it a versatile and attractive addition to gardens of all sizes.