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Variegated English Holly

Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata'

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Overview

Variegated English Holly (Ilex aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') is a striking evergreen shrub noted for its glossy, spiny leaves with creamy white edges. It typically grows up to 15-25 feet tall with a spread of 8-12 feet. This holly produces small white flowers in spring followed by red berries in winter, offering year-round interest. Prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Ideal for hedges and focal points in traditional garden settings.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — spiny leaves with creamy white edges
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — It typically grows up to 15-25 feet tall with a spread of 8-12 feetVariegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — This holly produces small white flowers in spring followed by red berries in winterVariegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — offering year-round interestVariegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Ideal for hedges and focal points in traditional garden settingsVariegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sunVariegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — dark green leaves dramatically edged with a creamy-white border+9

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Mature height
15–20 Ft.
Mature width
8–12 Ft.

Classification

Family
Aquifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — spiny leaves with creamy white edges
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — It typically grows up to 15-25 feet tall with a spread of 8-12 feet
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — This holly produces small white flowers in spring followed by red berries in winter
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — offering year-round interest
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Ideal for hedges and focal points in traditional garden settings
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — dark green leaves dramatically edged with a creamy-white border
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — this holly cultivar offers year-round foliage interest
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Mature specimens can reach an impressive height of 15 to 25 feet with a spread of 12 to 18
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — although growth is relatively slow
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — The female plants will produce the characteristic bright red berries in the winter
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — but only if a male holly is nearby to fertilize them
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — select a site with well-draining soil and partial to full sun exposure for optimal growth
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — Be mindful of its prickly leaves when placing along walkways or patios
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — This hardy variety is tolerant of pollution and salt
Variegated English Holly (Ilex Aquifolium 'Argentea Marginata') — making it an excellent choice for urban gardens or coastal areas

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