Mahonia Soft Caress

Description

Mahonia ‘Soft Caress’ is an elegant, compact shrub distinguished by its finely cut, soft, fern-like foliage that is more delicate and refined than other Mahonias. The leaves emerge in a vibrant green, providing a lush backdrop for the striking yellow flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring. The flowers, which are held in small, upright clusters, add a cheerful splash of color during the colder months, attracting pollinators like bees. After flowering, the plant produces blue-black berries that add further seasonal interest.

Preferring partial to full shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil, Mahonia ‘Soft Caress’ thrives in shaded garden beds, woodland gardens, or as part of a mixed border. Hardy in USDA zones 6-9, it requires little maintenance beyond occasional pruning to shape it. Whether used as a statement plant in a shaded corner, a hedge, or in containers, Mahonia ‘Soft Caress’ brings year-round elegance, color, and texture to any landscape.