Ilex aquifolium 'Brownell's Golden Butterfly'

Also Known As

Ilex aquifolium 'Gold Butterfly'
Gold Butterfly English Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-9b

Ilex aquifolium 'Brownell's Golden Butterfly' plant details

Ilex aquifolium 'Brownell's Golden Butterfly' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex aquifolium 'Brownell's Golden Butterfly'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex aquifolium 'Brownell's Golden Butterfly'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A most cheerful little pixie whose slender pointed leaves are gaily splashed with gold and a good crop of bright berries; "a favorite member of this colorful [gold-variegated] tribe" (Brownell). S/M