Mahonia repens (Creeping Oregon Grape)

Creeping Oregon Grape is one of the better evergreen groundcovers for dry shade, which is not an easy niche to fill. It spreads by rhizomes, carries yellow flowers in spring, develops blue berries later on, and often picks up red or purple tones in cooler weather. If a spot is under trees or on the dry side and still needs year-round coverage, Creeping Oregon Grape is worth a serious look.