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Ilex aquifolium
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 15'
planting zones
- 6b-9b
Ilex aquifolium plant details
Ilex aquifolium is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge followed by orange, red and yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex aquifolium
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: aquifoliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 15 FT wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex aquifolium
- USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Garden photo gallery of Ilex aquifolium
Gardening facts about Ilex aquifolium plant
How to Grow Ilex aquifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
- orange
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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