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Ilex 'Bonfire'

Also Known As

  • Bonfire Common Winterberry
  • Bonfire Coralberry
  • Bonfire Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 10'-12'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Ilex 'Bonfire' plant details

Ilex 'Bonfire' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex 'Bonfire'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex 'Bonfire'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A ?bonfire? of scarlet-red berries in fall-winter, this vigorous spreading, 10-12' tall shrub can make a border or hedge come alive ... both with berries and with birds!; berries hold well on cut stems. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Ilex 'Bonfire' plant

How to Grow Ilex 'Bonfire'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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