Chinese holly
Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'
Overview
Chinese holly, also known as Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford', is a slow-growing evergreen shrub with neat, olive-green spiny leaves. This hardy and versatile shrub is an excellent choice for foundation plantings, hedges, or as a stand-alone specimen. It has a tendency to grow in a rounded shape and is often used in small gardens as a low hedge or foundation plant. The 'Dwarf Burford' cultivar of Chinese holly stays tidy and will reach a height of up to 6 ft and a width of 6 ft, perfect for residential garden settings. It produces small, white flowers that bloom in fall, followed by red berries. In winter, the berries take on a bluish hue and can last up to late spring.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, May.
Propagation
Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Division, Seed Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds.
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