Mahonia eurybracteata subsp. ganpinensis Meteor ('Hillmah') (PBR)
mahonia
Ignite your garden with the captivating brilliance of Mahonia eurybracteata subsp. ganpinensis 'Meteor'. This compact, evergreen shrub is a true...
2 litre pot
£49.99
available to order from summer
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Plant description
Ignite your garden with the captivating brilliance of Mahonia eurybracteata subsp. ganpinensis 'Meteor'. This compact, evergreen shrub is a true visual delight, showcasing a remarkable transformation throughout the seasons.
In spring and summer, its rounded, non-thorny foliage emerges in a striking red hue, before maturing into a lush, dark green. But the real showstopper arrives in late summer, as upright spires of bold, golden flowers burst forth, illuminating the garden like celestial candles. These striking blooms persist well into autumn, great for pollinating insects, before eventually giving way to a bounty of blue-black berries.
Easy to grow and naturally branching, this resilient shrub thrives in well-draining soil, making it an ideal choice for both garden beds and container plantings that require an architectural silhouette and captivating colour palette.
In spring and summer, its rounded, non-thorny foliage emerges in a striking red hue, before maturing into a lush, dark green. But the real showstopper arrives in late summer, as upright spires of bold, golden flowers burst forth, illuminating the garden like celestial candles. These striking blooms persist well into autumn, great for pollinating insects, before eventually giving way to a bounty of blue-black berries.
Easy to grow and naturally branching, this resilient shrub thrives in well-draining soil, making it an ideal choice for both garden beds and container plantings that require an architectural silhouette and captivating colour palette.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Mahonia eurybracteata subsp. ganpinensis Meteor ('Hillmah') (PBR):
This Mahonia is adaptable to a range of light conditions, though colour is best produced in light shade to full sun. Ensure the soil is well-draining, as this plant thrives in humus-rich, slightly acidic soils.
When planting, dig a hole slightly deeper than the root ball and incorporate plenty of organic matter to enrich the soil. Space plants 3-4 feet apart to allow for the natural, bushy growth habit. Be sure to water regularly during the first year to establish a deep, robust root system.
Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring while it is getting established. Prune spring after flowering, reducing overlong, leggy stems to a side shoot or a whorl of foliage and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant.
When planting, dig a hole slightly deeper than the root ball and incorporate plenty of organic matter to enrich the soil. Space plants 3-4 feet apart to allow for the natural, bushy growth habit. Be sure to water regularly during the first year to establish a deep, robust root system.
Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring while it is getting established. Prune spring after flowering, reducing overlong, leggy stems to a side shoot or a whorl of foliage and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
