Product description
Mahonia 'Sweet Winter' is an invaluable architectural evergreen shrub, celebrated for bringing both scent and colour to the garden when little else is in bloom. Its main display consists of long, elegant sprays of fragrant, bright yellow flowers that are a vital nectar source for any active pollinators. These are held above dramatic, spiny, holly-like leaves, making it a true showpiece for structural interest.
For the best results, it requires a position in partial to full shade with moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. Pruning is not essential, but if the plant becomes leggy or requires shaping, this should be carried out immediately after it has finished flowering. Unlike many shrubs that dislike a hard prune, this Mahonia is very forgiving and can be cut back significantly to encourage a fresh flush of its dramatic foliage.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Mahonia 'Sweet Winter'
Mahonia 'Sweet Winter'
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Product description
Mahonia 'Sweet Winter' is an invaluable architectural evergreen shrub, celebrated for bringing both scent and colour to the garden when little else is in bloom. Its main display consists of long, elegant sprays of fragrant, bright yellow flowers that are a vital nectar source for any active pollinators. These are held above dramatic, spiny, holly-like leaves, making it a true showpiece for structural interest.
For the best results, it requires a position in partial to full shade with moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. Pruning is not essential, but if the plant becomes leggy or requires shaping, this should be carried out immediately after it has finished flowering. Unlike many shrubs that dislike a hard prune, this Mahonia is very forgiving and can be cut back significantly to encourage a fresh flush of its dramatic foliage.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Plant this Mahonia Sweet Winter near a path, doorway, or window where its beautiful, lily-of-the-valley-like fragrance can be appreciated, especially as it often blooms when few other plants in the garden are scented.
How to Water
Water your Mahonia 'Sweet Winter' well after planting until it is established. It is quite drought-tolerant once mature, but a deep watering during a long dry spell will keep it healthy and ensure it flowers well.
How to Plant
For your Mahonia 'Sweet Winter' to thrive, plant it in moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with or slightly above the ground. Water deeply and regularly during its first growing season to help it establish, and apply a good layer of mulch to keep the roots moist.
