Name: Ilex China Girl ~ Holly
Brand: GoBuyPlants
SKU: 1363103
Price: 61.75 USD
Availability: InStock

Enjoy abundant bright red winter berries and glossy evergreen foliage on a dense mounding holly. China Girl Holly produces small spring flowers that develop into red berries when pollinated by China Boy or another compatible male. Its dense branching provides structure, seasonal color, and shelter for birds.

Growing Guide

Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Mature Height: 7'–10'
Mature Width: 5'–8'
Spacing: 6'
Soil: Moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil
Water Needs: Moderate
Growth Rate: Slow

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Ilex × meserveae 'China Girl'
Common Name: China Girl Holly
Plant Type: Evergreen Female Berry-Producing Shrub
Bloom Color: White
Season of Interest: Fall, Year-Round
Foliage: Evergreen
Growth Habit: Dense, Slow-Growing, and Mounding
Pollinator Friendly: When flowering

Key Features

Abundant bright red winter berries
Glossy dark green foliage
Dense mounding habit
Provides food and shelter for birds
Requires a compatible male pollinator

Landscape Uses

Foundation plantings
Hedges
Evergreen borders
Wildlife gardens
Mass plantings

Planting & Care Tips

Plant in full sun to part sun.
Provide moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
Water regularly during establishment.
Plant China Boy nearby for reliable berry production.

Companion Plants

Ilex China Boy
Hydrangea Little Lime®
Nandina Gulf Stream
Carex Evergold
Liriope Big Blue

Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.

$61.75

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120 available.
Inventory on the way

Size

3 GALLON

Plant Size at Shipment: (12" x 12")

Quantity

Georgia Grown

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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.

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