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Ilex Centennial Girl
Common Name: Hybrid Holly
Ilex ‘Centennial Girl’ is a dense evergreen holly valued for its glossy dark green foliage and exceptionally heavy display of bright red berries on female plants when properly pollinated. The foliage is lustrous and lightly spined, creating a neat formal appearance, while the abundant berry set provides strong ornamental interest from fall through winter. Type: Evergreen shrub Mature Size: Width: 4–6 ft · Height: 6–8 ft USDA Zones: 5a–9b Form: Dense, 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 hedges, foundation plantings, screening, and specimen use where evergreen form and reliable winter berry display are desired. The dense habit works especially well in formal landscapes. Care: Plant in well-drained acidic soil and avoid poorly drained sites. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. A male holly nearby is needed for best berry production.
| Plant Type: | Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Width: | 4-6' |
| Height: | 6-8' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 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, Foundation Plant |
| Shape: | Pyramidal, Upright, Dense |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Dark Green |
