
Dragon Lady Holly
Ilex x aquipernyi Dragon Lady
Dragon Lady Holly is a striking, upright evergreen known for its beautiful, dark green foliage and abundant red berries.
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About this plant
Elevate your landscape with the majestic Dragon Lady Holly. This exceptional evergreen tree boasts a distinctive pyramidal form and deep, glossy green leaves, providing year-round structure and vibrant color to any garden. In late fall and through winter, Dragon Lady Holly becomes adorned with a profusion of bright red berries, offering a spectacular display against the dark foliage and providing vital food for local wildlife. Its dense branching and elegant shape make it an excellent choice for a strong vertical accent, a formal hedge, or a sophisticated specimen plant. Perfect for creating a stately presence, Dragon Lady Holly is a resilient and low-maintenance option for adding enduring beauty and seasonal interest to your property. Its classic appeal and robust nature ensure it will be a cherished addition to your A Cut Above landscape.
Care & maintenance
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its elegant form. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Benefits from a balanced fertilizer application in early spring to promote vigorous growth and berry production. Tolerant of urban conditions.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 10-20 ft
- Mature width
- 4-6 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Water
- Medium; drought tolerant once established
- Growth rate
- Medium