Ilex Species, Sarvis Holly, Serviceberry Holly, Swamp Holly
Ilexamelanchier

Family: Aquifoliaceae (a-kwee-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Ilex (EYE-leks)
Species: amelanchier (am-uh-LAN-kee-er)

Category
Shrubs
Trees

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous
Textured

Foliage Color

Height
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)

Spacing
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)

Hardiness
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)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Pale Green
Chartreuse (yellow-green)

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Spring

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting