Dragon Lady Holly
- Height: 10 to 20 feet
- Spread: 4 to 6 feet
- Light preference: Full sun to partial shade
The Dragon Lady Holly (Ilex × aquipernyi ‘Meschick’) is an elegant, upright evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves and striking red berries that provide vibrant winter interest. This female hybrid holly typically grows 10 to 20 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide, forming a narrow, pyramidal shape that makes it ideal for hedges, screens, or specimen plantings. Its dense foliage and spiny leaves create excellent privacy and deterrence for unwanted wildlife, while its berries—produced when a male pollinator like Blue Prince Holly is nearby—attract birds. Hardy and low-maintenance, the Dragon Lady Holly thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, adding year-round structure and elegance to any landscape.
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