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European holly

European holly

Ilex aquifolium

shrub part shade💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 7aZone 9b

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A dense evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, spiny dark green leaves and bright red berries that persist through winter. Female plants produce abundant berries when pollinated by nearby male plants.

Overview

Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
slow
Size
15–25′ tall × 8–15′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Family
Aquifoliaceae

Native Range

Western and southern Europe

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

WinterSpring

Companion Planting

Plants well with