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Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'-12'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra' plant details

Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful sprays of bright-red berries gave this holly its name; developed by Mr. Wieman, a cut-holly producer, it?s a joy at Christmas-time... or anytime!... and one of the fastest growing English hollies. S/M

Gardening facts about Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra' plant

How to Grow Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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