Plant Ilex × meserveae 'Berryific' for year-round structure and classic winter interest. This broadleaf evergreen holly forms a dense, upright shrub with glossy, blue-green, spiny leaves that hold color through the seasons. In fall and winter, showy red fruit adds strong contrast and can persist well into cold weather, making it a dependable choice for foundation beds, borders, screening, and mixed shrub plantings.

Give your plant moist, well-drained soil that stays evenly watered while it establishes. Slightly acidic soil is ideal, and a layer of mulch helps conserve moisture and protect roots. Place it in full sun to part shade; in hotter summer areas, a site with some afternoon shade can reduce leaf stress and keep foliage looking its best. Protecting plants from drying winter winds can also help prevent burn.

At maturity, expect a substantial shrub that can reach about 10-12 feet tall with a spread that can run roughly 6-8 feet, so allow adequate space if you plan to keep its natural shape. Prune selectively in late winter to maintain size or encourage a fuller outline. As with many hollies, heavy fruiting is best when pollination conditions are right, so consider planting compatible hollies nearby if you want the strongest berry display.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-7 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Slow
• Mature height: 120-144"
• Spread: 72-96"
• Tolerant of: Deer
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Evergreen: Yes

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