Ilex aquifolium

English Holly, Christmas Holly, Common Holly

Family: Aquifoliaceae Holly


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 5B - 9A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Green, white
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, screen, standard, specimen
Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m
Spread 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Red
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Pyramidal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing