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Ilex aquifolium Aureo-Marginata

Common Name: Aureo-Marginata Holly

Ilex aquifolium ‘Aureo-Marginata’ is an evergreen shrub valued for its glossy dark green leaves edged with bright golden-yellow margins, creating strong year-round variegation. This variegated English holly has sharply spined foliage and produces bright red berries on female plants when pollinated. The combination of gold-edged foliage and red fruit gives it strong winter ornamental value.

Type: Evergreen shrub
Mature Size: Width: 6–8 ft · Height: 10–15 ft
USDA Zones: 6a–9b

Form: 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 specimen planting, screening, hedges, and mixed evergreen borders where variegated foliage adds year-round brightness. The colorful foliage is especially striking in winter landscapes.

Care:
Plant in well-drained acidic soil and protect from harsh winter winds in colder areas. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. Female plants require a male holly nearby for reliable berry producti

 

Plant Type:	Broadleaf Evergreen
Width:	7-12'
Height:	8'
Fragrant:	Yes
Fruit:	Not verified
Zone:	7–9
Deer Resistant:	Yes
Salt Tolerant:	Not verified
Drought Tolerant:	No
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Landscape/Use:	Mass Planting, Accent Plant, Foundation Plant
Shape:	Pyramidal, Upright
Soil Type	Acidic, Moist well-drained
Flower Color:	White
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