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Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'

Also Known As

  • Ilex cornuta 'Burfordii Nana'
  • Dwarf Burford Chinese Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford' plant details

Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: hedge, showy fruit

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense and more compact (to 7', rather than 12'), this fine hedge/foundation/accent shrub has handsome glossy spineless leaves and, in winter, small but copious vivid red berries; slower growing than ?Burfordii?. S/M
The Dwarf Burford Holly is very similar to the Burford Holly only it is a more compact grower and the foliage is darker and glossier and the bright red berries have a more glossy appearance. Growth Rate medium, 6-12" annually

Gardening facts about Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford' plant

How to Grow Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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