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Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring'
Also Known As
- Ilex cornuta 'O'Spring'
- O'Spring Chinese Holly
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-12'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring' plant details
Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with variegated foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: aquifoliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen variegated
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, pyramidal, rare, winter interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
By: Specialty Ornamentals
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Gardening facts about Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring' plant
How to Grow Ilex cornuta 'O. Spring'
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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