50 Creeping Oregon Grape (Mahonia Repens) Seeds

Bring texture, color, and resilience to your garden with Creeping Oregon Grape (Mahonia repens) — a stunning evergreen groundcover shrub prized for its vibrant yellow spring flowers, ornamental blue berries, and glossy holly-like leaves that turn bronze-red in fall.

Native to western North America, this hardy plant thrives in sun or partial shade and is ideal for erosion control, native landscapes, wildlife gardens, or low-maintenance borders. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the berries provide food for birds — adding both beauty and biodiversity to your outdoor space.

This slow-spreading, drought-tolerant perennial forms dense mats of foliage, making it a perfect choice for eco-friendly gardeners seeking long-lasting, easy-care groundcover.

🌿 Botanical Info:

• Scientific Name: Mahonia repens
  
• Common Name: Creeping Oregon Grape, Creeping Barberry
  
• Type: Evergreen perennial shrub
  
• Height: 1–2 ft. tall
  
• Spread: 3–6 ft. wide
  
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
  
• Zones: USDA 5–9
  
• Bloom Time: Spring
  
• Flower Color: Bright Yellow
  
• Fruit: Blue-purple berries

Whether you’re creating a pollinator-friendly landscape, a native habitat garden, or simply looking for an attractive, hardy groundcover, the Creeping Oregon Grape delivers beauty and function in every season.

🌱 Why Grow Creeping Oregon Grape Seeds?

• 🌸 Seasonal Beauty: Yellow flowers in spring, red foliage in fall, and blue berries in summer.
  
• 🌿 Low-Maintenance: Drought-resistant and tolerant of various soil conditions.
  
• 🦋 Wildlife Friendly: Provides nectar for pollinators and berries for birds.
  
• 🪴 Perfect Groundcover: Forms dense mats that prevent weeds and control erosion.
  
• 🌞 Adaptable: Grows in sun or partial shade and thrives in most climates.

🌿 Growing Tips

1. Cold Stratification: For best results, store seeds in moist sand at 40°F (refrigerator) for 60–90 days before planting.
   
2. Planting Depth: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil.
   
3. Light: Place in a bright location with partial shade or filtered sunlight.
   
4. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy during germination.
   
5. Germination: Expect sprouts in 4–8 weeks after stratification.
   
6. Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once they’re strong and frost danger has passed.
   
7. Maintenance: Prune occasionally to shape and promote fuller growth.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Creeping Oregon Grape easy to grow?
Yes! It’s hardy, low-maintenance, and tolerant of drought once established.

Can I grow Mahonia repens in containers?
It prefers open spaces but can grow in large, deep pots with well-draining soil.

How long before it produces flowers or berries?
You can expect blooms within 2–3 years, followed by berries in late summer.

Does it attract wildlife?
Yes — bees love its flowers and birds enjoy the berries!

How tall and wide does it grow?
Typically 1–2 feet tall and up to 6 feet wide, making it an excellent groundcover option.

Where to Buy Creeping Oregon Grape Seeds for Sale?
At Seeds World, we offer fresh, high-quality Creeping Oregon Grape Seeds (Mahonia repens) with fast U.S. shipping. Perfect for native gardens, wildlife habitats, and erosion control landscapes — grow beauty that lasts year after year.