Holly
Holly is an ornamental in the Aquifoliaceae family. It grows best in full sun to part shade with medium moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 5-9.
Varieties
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PROPAGATION CATEGORY: Evergreen shrub (cuttings) (not in original seed catalog). Use: Evergreen foliage and red berries. Note: Dioecious - need male and female for berries, berries toxic if eaten.
Holly (Ilex) is a broad group of evergreen and deciduous shrubs/trees prized for glossy foliage and bright berries; most are dioecious, so a male is needed for a female to fruit.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Ilex spp.|Hardiness zones: 5-9|Propagation: cutting|Light: Full sun to part shade|Water: Medium|Mature size: 3-50 feet
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Care & troubleshooting
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