Foster's Holly

Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri'

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Overview

Foster's Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'Fosteri') is a hardy evergreen shrub showcasing deep green, glossy leaves with sharp spines. Reaching 15-20 feet in height and 10-15 feet in width, it forms a conical shape, ideal for hedges or focal points. This cold-resistant cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions. Small white flowers give way to bright red berries, adding winter interest.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Foster's Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'Fosteri') is a hardy evergreen shrub showcasing deep green

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — glossy leaves with sharp spines

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Reaching 15-20 feet in height and 10-15 feet in width

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — ideal for hedges or focal points

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — This cold-resistant cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Small white flowers give way to bright red berries, adding winter interest

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — scientifically known as Ilex √ó meserveae 'Fosteri'

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Aquifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Foster's Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'Fosteri') is a hardy evergreen shrub showcasing deep green

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — glossy leaves with sharp spines

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Reaching 15-20 feet in height and 10-15 feet in width

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — ideal for hedges or focal points

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — This cold-resistant cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Small white flowers give way to bright red berries, adding winter interest

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — scientifically known as Ilex √ó meserveae 'Fosteri'

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — a cross between the English holly and the Tsuru holly

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — reaching an approximate mature size of 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 15 feet

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — dark green leaves with spiny margins that create a striking texture in the garden year-round

Foster's Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Fosteri') — Throughout the winter months

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