Botanical Name: Ilex x altaclerensis ‘Wilsonii’
Common Name: Wilson holly Type of Plant: dicot: tree Habit of Growth: Overall Shape Upright, pyramidal shrubby tree with large leaves and a fairly dense structure; more loose and open than other hollies Height to 20' Spread to 15' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil tolerates most any soil; tolerates alkaline conditions well Hardiness hardy – zones 3-24 Morphology: Leaves thick, leathery oval to broadly elliptical leaves to 5" long evenly toothed on the margins Flowers small white flowers in summer – interspersed in leaves and branches Fruit red berries to 3/8" across – bears heavy crop Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: background tree or shrub, sometimes used as a screen or hedge; can be espaliered; good plant for forest theme landscapes and small gardens Landscape Care: Watering takes average water; can tolerate heavy watering Fertilizing acid fertilizer in spring if desired Pruning head back as needed; do not shear for best appearance Pests/Diseases none major Special Conditions/Other Origin: hybrid between I. aquifolium and I. perado Family: Aquifoliaceae Notes: |
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