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Chinese Holly Seeds for Planting – Ilex cornuta Hardy Evergreen Shrub with Glossy Foliage

Chinese Holly Seeds for Planting – Ilex cornuta Hardy Evergreen Shrub with Glossy Foliage

$16.79 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Stratify Chinese Holly seeds by keeping them in a moist, cool environment for 2–3 months to break dormancy.

Sow seeds in a well-draining seed-starting mix, covering lightly with 0.5–1 cm of soil.

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Place the container or tray in a location with indirect sunlight or partial shade.

How to Grow

Plant Chinese Holly in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade.

Water regularly during establishment, then moderately once the shrub is mature.

Apply organic fertilizer seasonally to promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage.

Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

Tips

Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with good air circulation.

Use containers for small or ornamental varieties and ensure proper drainage.

Mulch annually to maintain soil moisture.

Avoid overwatering as it may cause root rot.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Perennial

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Evergreen

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright / Dense

bloom-season

Bloom Season

N/A

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Ornamental

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Chinese Holly Seeds for Planting – Ilex cornuta Hardy Evergreen Shrub with Glossy Foliage

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Shrub

Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta) is a hardy, evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage and dense growth habit. It adds structure, color, and year-round beauty to gardens, making it ideal for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings. Low-maintenance and resilient, this shrub tolerates a variety of soils and light conditions. Its upright form and attractive leaves make it perfect for both formal and natural landscapes, offering privacy and ornamental appeal for any outdoor space.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring/Fall

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

6–15 ft

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full sun to partial shade

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

7–9

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

5–10 ft

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.5–1 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Well-drained soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000141894

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Chinese holly have spiny leaves?

Its characteristic spiny foliage helps distinguish it from several other holly species and adds visual texture.

Can Chinese holly be used for privacy screening?

Yes. Its dense evergreen growth can form a useful visual screen when plants are spaced appropriately.

Does Chinese holly keep its foliage in winter?

Yes. Chinese holly is evergreen, so its foliage can provide garden structure throughout the year.

Can Chinese holly tolerate partial shade?

Yes. The plant can grow in partial shade, although adequate light supports dense, healthy growth.

How should Chinese holly be shaped?

Light pruning can maintain a desired outline and encourage a neat, dense appearance.

What type of landscape suits Chinese holly?

Its glossy evergreen foliage and dense habit suit formal hedges, borders, screens and foundation planting.