Ilex aquifolium 'Ingramii'

Also Known As

Ilex aquifolium 'Polka Dot'
Polka Dot English Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7a-9b

Ilex aquifolium 'Ingramii' plant details

Ilex aquifolium 'Ingramii' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 'Ingramii'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex aquifolium 'Ingramii'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly 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

One of the smaller-leaved hollies but, oh, so different; new leaves emerge white, with raised spots of green as though applied with a brush; the polka dots spread to cover the leaf surface, leaving a white margin. S/M