Description

Ilex x Rutzan 'Red Beauty,' commonly known as Red Beauty Holly, is an evergreen shrub that brings year-round interest to the landscape. With its dense, pyramidal form and glossy dark green foliage, it serves as a striking focal point or effective screen in the garden. In spring, new leaves emerge with a brick-red hue, deepening to dark green as the season progresses. In late fall to midwinter, this holly adorns itself with abundant red berries, adding a splash of color that persists through the colder months and attracts birds to the yard.

Relatively low-maintenance, Red Beauty Holly thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires a male holly nearby for optimal berry production. Prune in late winter to shape and promote vigorous growth. With its refined form, glossy foliage, and seasonal berry display, Red Beauty Holly is a versatile and attractive choice for adding structure and color to outdoor spaces.

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Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers pot. They will ship individually, directly from our grower to your home garden.

Plant Specs:

Other Names: Ilex 'Rutzan', Red Beauty Holly
Color: green
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: twice weekly till established, around once a week after
Soil: rich, acidic, evenly moist, well draining soil
Zone: 5 – 9

Plant Shape: pyramidal form
Plant Type: dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (10'), width (5')
Blooming Season: red berries late fall – late winter
Growth Rate Per Year: moderate
Pollinator?: requires a male pollinator

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