MAHONIA E. SOFT CARESS (H)

Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress'

Overview

Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress' stands out as a unique and elegant evergreen shrub, prized for its graceful texture, compact form, and year-round interest. This distinctive shrub adds a touch of sophistication to gardens, borders, or containers.

Description

• Appearance: 'Soft Caress' boasts finely textured, fern-like foliage in vibrant green, creating a soft and feathery appearance. Clusters of bright yellow, fragrant flowers appear in winter, followed by blue-black berries.
• Height: Typically grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet, forming a compact and manageable shrub.
• Spread: Spreads to about 3 to 4 feet, maintaining a rounded and bushy shape.

Growth and Maintenance

• Sunlight: Flourishes in partial shade to full shade, adaptable to different light conditions, thriving in dappled sunlight.
• Soil: Thrives in well-draining, acidic to neutral soil; enrich with organic matter for optimal growth.
• Watering: Requires regular watering during the establishment period; once established, it becomes somewhat drought tolerant.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and health.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to encourage healthy growth and flowering.
• Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Seasonal Interest

• Winter Interest: 'Soft Caress' stands out with its bright yellow, fragrant flowers in winter, adding vibrancy to the garden.
• Spring to Summer: The lush, fern-like foliage provides a verdant backdrop to the garden, remaining attractive throughout the warmer months.
• Autumn: Blue-black berries emerge, adding visual interest and attracting birds, contributing to a lively garden ecosystem.

Landscape Uses

• Accent Plant: Ideal as an accent plant due to its unique foliage and texture.
• Borders and Containers: Suitable for borders, mixed beds, or containers, adding a touch of elegance.
• Shaded Areas: Thrives in shaded or woodland areas, bringing interest to areas with less sunlight.

Benefits

• Unique Texture: Fern-like foliage provides an elegant and distinctive texture to the landscape.
• Year-Round Interest: Offers interest in multiple seasons with flowers in winter and berries in autumn.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, making it suitable for various garden styles.
• Wildlife Attraction: Berries attract birds, promoting biodiversity in the garden.

Conclusion

Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress' is a refined and versatile evergreen shrub that enhances gardens with its unique texture and year-round interest. With its delicate foliage, fragrant winter flowers, and attractive berries, 'Soft Caress' adds elegance and charm to landscapes while requiring minimal maintenance. Whether as a focal point in a garden bed or as a sophisticated addition to containers, 'Soft Caress' offers beauty and resilience for gardeners seeking a distinctive and graceful shrub for their outdoor spaces

• Size
  3 lt

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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