Mahonia japonica - 7.5Litre Ball Colgrave although they are almost unnoticeable

although they are almost unnoticeable amongst the colourful foliage

and descendants of that original plant can still be seen growing at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight today

they're delicately splashed with soft pink

They are covered in wonderfully scented flowers from the leaf axils in spring and sometimes are followed by black berries which only add to their garden appeal

A lovely arching semi-evergreen shrub with long

Mahonia japonica - 7.5Litre Ball Colgrave although they are almost unnoticeableMahonias are fantastically tolerant plants, happily filling almost any space in the garden. Long sprays of attractive yellow buds are followed by bright yellow flowers throughout autumn and winter, providing valuable colour and nectar at a time when very little else is in flower. These are followed by glossy black berries, adding further interest and appeal. Mahonia's common name is Oregon Grape. This is because not only are the flowers edible