An elegant broadleaf evergreen with glossy dark green leaves and striking red stems that provide year-round interest. Its dense, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or as a specimen. Pairs well with a male holly pollinator for berry production.
| Shrub | |
| Ilex | |
| Blue Holly | |
| Zone 5 | |
| 4-6+ hours | |
| Moist, well-drained soil | |
| Privacy screen | |
| Foundation planting | |
| 8-10' | |
| 3-4' | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Pieris, Rhododendron, Azalea, Viburnum |