Mahonia Soft Caress Lighting Needs|Bright indirect The northern red oak grows

The northern red oak grows in acidic

while ingestion of leaves or flowers is unlikely to cause poisoning

or as a draw for hummingbirds

the fringe tree gets wider (20-30') than taller (15-20')

moderate grower reaching 15 ft

Mahonia Soft Caress Lighting Needs|Bright indirect The northern red oak growsMahonia Soft Caress (Mahonia eurybracteata 'Soft Caress') is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to be 3 4 feet tall and wide at maturity. It is prized for its delicate and feathery foliage, which is a soft, blue green color. Unlike other mahonias, Soft Caress has no spines or sharp edges on its leaves, making it a great choice for landscapes where children and pets are present. In late autumn, the shrub produces fragrant, bright yellow flowers