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Ilex aquipernyi San Jose
Common Name: San Jose Holly
Ilex × aquipernyi ‘San Jose’ is a dense evergreen holly valued for its glossy dark green foliage, strong upright growth, and heavy production of bright red berries on female plants when pollinated. The leaves are spiny and resemble English holly but with improved hardiness and vigor from hybrid parentage. Its dense branching and dependable berry display make it highly useful in structured landscapes. Type: Evergreen shrubMature Size: Width: 6–8 ft · Height: 10–15 ftUSDA Zones: 6a–9b Form: Upright, pyramidal Light: Full sun to part shade Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil Water: Medium; prefers regular moisture during establishment Wildlife: Berries attract birds Features & Landscape Uses:Excellent for screening, hedges, specimen planting, and mixed evergreen borders where strong evergreen structure and winter berry display are desired. It tolerates pruning well for formal use. Care:Plant in well-drained acidic soil and avoid prolonged drought during establishment. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. A male holly nearby improves berry production.
| Plant Type: | Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Width: | 6-8' |
| Height: | 10-15' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Zone: | 6 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring |
| Bark Type: | Smooth |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Foundation, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Pyramidal, Upright |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |
