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Ilex Schillings
Ilex Schillings (Holly) is a very dense, slow-growing, dwarf evergreen shrub native to North America, prized for its fine, dark green foliage and compact, tidy form. As a heavily flowering male cultivar, Ilex Schillings is a highly effective pollinator, making it an essential companion for female hollies to ensure berry production. Ideal for small hedges, foundation plantings, or mixed shrub borders, Ilex Schillings Holly thrives in moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils and performs well in both sun and partial shade. Gardeners value Ilex Schillings for its slow, manageable growth, ornamental foliage, and reliable role as a pollinator in dioecious holly plantings. While it does not produce fruit itself, Ilex Schillings supports nearby female hollies by providing pollen, making it both practical and attractive in wildlife-friendly landscapes.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
2' - 4' |
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Spread: |
3’ - 4' |
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Spacing: |
3’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Fall, Year-Round |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Well-drained soils essential. Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew. Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Magnolia, Pieris, Astilbe
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.
Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.
It helps us recommend plants that are best for your local climate, based on your growing zone. Also, because we ship plants based on when they are best for your local climate, it allows us to give you a more accurate estimate of when your order will ship.