Ilex aquifolium 'Beautyspra'

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