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Wilson Holly

Ilex X Altaclarensis 'Wilsonii'

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Overview

The Wilson Holly (Ilex x altaclarensis 'Wilsonii') is an elegant evergreen shrub, featuring lustrous, dark green leaves and a dense, pyramidal growth habit. It reaches up to 15-25 feet in height and 10-15 feet in width. Perfect for hedges and screens, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types. Inconspicuous white flowers bloom in spring, followed by attractive red berries in fall. Hardy and low-maintenance.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–11Climate Temperate
Wilson Holly (Ilex X Altaclarensis 'Wilsonii') — The Wilson Holly (Ilex x altaclarensis 'Wilsonii') is an elegant evergreen shrub

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Aquifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Wilson Holly (Ilex X Altaclarensis 'Wilsonii') — The Wilson Holly (Ilex x altaclarensis 'Wilsonii') is an elegant evergreen shrub

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