Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™
Scientific Name: Ilex x meserveae 'Mesdob'/'Mesog'
Also Known As
- Ilex x meserveae China Boy®/China Girl®
- China Boy™/China Girl™ Holly Combo
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-10'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™ plant details
Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™ is a 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. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: aquifoliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: hedge, winter interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™ plant
How to Grow Ilex x meserveae China Boy™/China Girl™
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-10b
Size
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Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-7'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 12'-25'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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