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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
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