| Plant Habit: | Shrub |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Plant Height: | 6 - 10 feet (1.8 - 3.0 m) |
| Plant Spread: | 3 - 4 feet (1.0 - 1.2 m) |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Broadleaf Other: Shiny/Glossy-textured evergreen foliage should be protected from dessication by harsh winter winds and sun. |
| Fruit: | Showy Edible to birds Other: Must be planted near a male pollinator like Castle Wall in order to produce berries. |
| Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
| Flower Time: | Spring |
| Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Provides winter interest |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Birds |
| Toxicity: | Other: According to the Humane Society of America Ilex berries can be toxic to pets. This means that the plants are generally identified as having the capability for producing a toxic reaction. |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Will not come true from seed |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Other: This plant is protected by Plant Patent #14310. |
| Miscellaneous: | Dioecious Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP: 14310 Can. Can.: 2314 |
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