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Ilex Dragon Lady
Ilex Dragon Lady Holly is a narrow, pyramidal evergreen shrub prized for its upright growth habit and glossy, spiny dark green foliage that provides year-round structure and privacy. The female plants of Ilex Dragon Lady Holly produce small, inconspicuous spring flowers that, when properly pollinated, develop into abundant scarlet red berries that persist into winter and add vibrant seasonal color. Ideal for hedges, screens, or vertical accents, Ilex Dragon Lady Holly thrives in moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils and adapts well to formal or natural landscape designs. As a dioecious holly variety, Ilex Dragon Lady Holly requires both male and female plants nearby to ensure reliable fruit production. Gardeners appreciate its strong structure, cold hardiness, and ability to provide lasting visual interest and wildlife value throughout the year.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Origins: |
I. aquifolium x I. pernyi Hybrid |
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Height: |
10' - 12' |
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Spread: |
4’ - 6' |
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Spacing: |
5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
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, Privacy Screen, Hedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Rhododendron, Astilbe, Peony
Image: Captain-tucker, Ilex x aquaprneii 'Dragon Lady' Holly, CC BY-SA 3.0
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.