Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ – Winter-Flowering Evergreen

Description
Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’ is a robust evergreen shrub admired for its spiny, glossy foliage and vivid, fragrant yellow flowers that appear from late winter to early spring. The blooms provide much-needed colour when most plants are dormant and attract early pollinators.

In summer, the dark green leaves remain visually striking, and small blue-black berries follow the flowers, adding seasonal interest and food for wildlife. Its upright, bushy habit makes it a versatile choice for borders, woodland gardens, and hedging.

Size & Growth
Typically reaches 2–2.5 m tall and wide over time, forming an upright, bushy shrub.

Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates a range of garden soils and positions.

Why Choose Mahonia × media ‘Winter Sun’?

• Winter Interest – Bright yellow, fragrant flowers from late winter.

• Evergreen Foliage – Glossy, spiny leaves provide year-round structure.

• Wildlife-Friendly – Flowers attract pollinators; berries feed birds.

• Low Maintenance – Hardy, adaptable, and reliable in most gardens.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Full sun to partial shade; flowers best in sun.
Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained; tolerates a range of soils.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once settled.
Feeding: Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring if soil is poor.
Pruning: Minimal; remove damaged or crossing stems after flowering to maintain shape.

Design & Planting Ideas

• Plant in mixed borders for winter colour and structure.

• Use in woodland-style gardens for naturalistic appeal.

• Combine with winter-flowering hellebores, sarcococcas, or camellias.

• Suitable for hedging, screens, or informal plantings.

Mahonia media Winter Sun 4.5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Yellow Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.