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Ilex 'Apollo'
Common Name: Apollo Holly
Ilex ‘Apollo’ is a dense evergreen holly shrub valued for its glossy dark green foliage, compact upright habit, and abundant bright red berries on female plants when pollinated. The foliage is small, lustrous, and neatly arranged, giving the plant a formal appearance year-round. In fall and winter, the berry display becomes especially ornamental and provides strong seasonal color. 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 even moisture during establishment Wildlife: Berries attract birds Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for hedges, foundation plantings, screening, and specimen use where year-round evergreen structure and winter berries are desired. Works especially well in formal plantings because of its dense habit. Care: Plant in well-drained acidic soil and avoid excessively dry sites. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. A male holly nearby is required for berry production on female plants.
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Shrub |
| Width: | 4-6' |
| Height: | 6-8' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Bark Type: | Smooth |
| Landscape/Use: | Container, Mass Planting, Border |
| Shape: | Pyramidal, Dense |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | Red Violet |
| Leaf Color: | Dark Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |