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Ilex latifolia [male]

Also Known As

  • Ilex latifolia 'Male'
  • Male Lusterleaf Holly

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-25'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Ilex latifolia [male] plant details

Ilex latifolia [male] is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex latifolia [male]

Plant type: tree
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex latifolia [male]

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large Magnolia-like leaves (once used as tea for their Chamomile-like essence) make this 20-25' tree handsome itself, but in Holly-land it's most important for helping to produce the females' large red berries. S/M

Gardening facts about Ilex latifolia [male] plant

How to Grow Ilex latifolia [male]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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