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Chinese Holly

Ilex Cornuta

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Overview

The Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded form. It typically reaches 8–15 feet in height and spreads 10–12 feet. Noted for its glossy, dark green leaves with distinctive spiny margins, it bears small white flowers in spring. Bright red berries add winter interest and attract wildlife. This hardy plant prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and is resistant to deer and drought.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — white flowers in the garden
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — This hardy plant prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and is resistant to deer and droughtChinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded formChinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — aptly reflecting its species name 'cornuta,' meaning horned.<br><br>As a landscape architect assistantChinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded form; bright red berries add winter interest andChinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — bright red berries provide a vibrant contrast to its foliage; shrub / tree for full or halfChinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9; plant your Chinese Holly in a location that receives full sun to+62

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Aquifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — white flowers in the garden
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — This hardy plant prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and is resistant to deer and drought
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded form
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — aptly reflecting its species name 'cornuta,' meaning horned.<br><br>As a landscape architect assistant
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded form; bright red berries add winter interest and
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — bright red berries provide a vibrant contrast to its foliage; shrub / tree for full or half
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9; plant your Chinese Holly in a location that receives full sun to
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — These berries also add an endearing festive touch during the holiday season.<br><br>Typically; though it prefers well-drained
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — regular watering during its initial growth period is advisable to ensure a strong root system
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — I recommend this plant for clients seeking a low-maintenance yet visually striking addition to their garden; though they are not
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — dark green foliage and its ability to create an impenetrable hedge; bright red berries provide a vibrant contrast to its foliage
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — Noted for its glossy, dark green leaves with distinctive spiny margins, it bears small white flowers in spring; attracting birds
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — These berries also add an endearing festive touch during the holiday season.<br><br>Typically
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — dark green foliage and its ability to create an impenetrable hedge
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — Chinese Holly can reach a height of 8 to 15 feet with a spread of 10 to 12 feet
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — Chinese Holly can reach a height of 8 to 15 feet with a spread of 10 to 12 feet; when designing a landscape, it's important to
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — This hardy plant prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and is resistant to deer and drought; noted for its glossy
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — The Chinese Holly thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — this holly variety boasts a unique shape with spiny margins resembling horns
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — is a robust evergreen shrub renowned for its distinctive glossy; aptly reflecting its species name 'cornuta,' meaning
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — though it prefers well-drained
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — this holly variety boasts a unique shape with spiny margins resembling horns; it typically reaches 8‚Äì15 feet in height and
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — While it is drought-tolerant once established
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — aptly reflecting its species name 'cornuta,' meaning horned.<br><br>As a landscape architect assistant; this holly variety
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