Common Name: Dwarf Burford Holly
Scientific Name: Ilex cornuta ‘Dwarf Burford’
Type of Plant: Shrub
Description: The Dwarf Burford Holly is a classic woody ornamental shrub selection for landscapers and gardeners alike. This shrub has attractive glossy deep dark green foliage with a single spine at the tip.
Mature Size: 6-10′ tall x 5-6′ wide.
Blooms: Inconspicuous
Fruit: Attractive bright red berries
Climate Requirements: Cold and heat tolerant. Full sun to shade in well-drained soil.
Care Requirements: Very easy to maintain, can be pruned to any desired shape.
Spacing: Space plants 3-4′ apart
Water Needs: Average
Maintenance: Low
Attracts: The bright red berries attract various birds.
Special Uses/Attributes: One of the easiest hollies to maintain. Very attractive holly that is great as a single standing shrub or a hedge line. Generally considered to be deer-resistant.
Florida Native: No