Chinese holly
Ilex cornuta
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Chinese holly is a dense, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, spiny leaves and bright red berries that persist through winter. It thrives in full sun and makes an excellent specimen plant or hedge.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Chinese holly is a dense, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, spiny leaves and bright red berries that persist through winter. It thrives in full sun and makes an excellent specimen plant or hedge.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Chinese holly grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation