Ilex, Chinese Holly, Horned Holly 'Dr. Kassab'

Ilexcornuta x pernyi

Family
Aquifoliaceae (a-kwee-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Ilex (EYE-leks)
Synonym
Ilex cornuta x pernyi
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Provides Winter Interest
Textured
Height
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Owings Mills, Maryland

Brewster, Massachusetts

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Morrison, Tennessee

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