Scientific Name
Ilex purpurea

Common Name
Purple holly
Hardiness Zones: 8-9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Single trunk tree
Height: 30 to 50'
Width: --
Leaf: 2 to 4.2" alternate, simple leaves
Flower/Fruit: Purplish pink to red flowers; shiny red fruit
Comments: Smooth gray bark
Cultivars: --
 


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