Photo of Ilex pernyi flower, foliage by Øystein Hellesøe Brekke

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Also Known As

  • Ilex 'Pernyii'
  • Perny Holly

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 9'-12'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Ilex pernyi plant details

Ilex pernyi is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex pernyi

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 9 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex pernyi

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright holly with narrow barbed leaves. The deep green leaves make a good screen. Our plant is 12' tall after many years.

Gardening facts about Ilex pernyi plant

How to Grow Ilex pernyi

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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