Honey Maid Holly
Deer-Resistant
Evergreen

Honey Maid Holly

Ilex X Meserveae Honey Maid

Honey Maid Holly is a striking evergreen shrub, offering year-round interest with its vibrant variegated foliage and bright red berries.

$215.70

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About this plant

Elevate your landscape with the exceptional Honey Maid Holly, a standout evergreen shrub from A Cut Above. This resilient hybrid holly boasts unique, sharply toothed leaves adorned with a creamy yellow margin, creating a dazzling contrast against the dark green centers. Its dense, upright growth habit makes it an ideal choice for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a vibrant specimen plant. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance, providing year-round beauty. Beyond its stunning foliage, Honey Maid Holly produces an abundance of classic bright red berries in fall and winter, offering a welcome splash of color during colder months. These berries persist through winter, providing a vital food source for birds and adding seasonal charm to your garden. Plant several to ensure good pollination and a bountiful berry display. Hardy and adaptable, Honey Maid Holly thrives in a variety of conditions, making it an excellent choice for both experienced gardeners and those new to horticulture. Its strong disease resistance and tolerance for urban environments solidify its position as a truly 'cut above' choice for any landscape seeking enduring beauty and reliable performance.

Care & maintenance

Requires well-drained, acidic soil. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain desired shape and density. Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Quick facts

Type
evergreen
Mature height
8-10 feet
Mature width
6-8 feet
Sun
Full Sun to Part Shade
Water
Medium; consistent moisture is important, especially during dry periods.
Growth rate
Medium