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Ilex × altaclerensis 'Golden King'
Despite its name, Ilex × altaclerensis 'Golden King' is a female holly cultivar that produces red berries in autumn and winter, provided a male pollinator is nearby
Brighten your garden with the striking Ilex × altaclerensis 'Golden King', a distinguished evergreen holly that brings year-round color and texture to your landscape. Despite its name, 'Golden King' is a female variety, producing abundant clusters of vibrant red berries in autumn and winter, which beautifully contrast with its glossy, variegated foliage. The leaves are a rich green, edged with bright golden-yellow margins, creating a stunning visual impact.
Growing up to 10-15 feet in height with a spread of 8-12 feet, this holly is perfect for use as a colorful hedge, privacy screen, or as an eye-catching specimen plant. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, making it a versatile addition to both formal gardens and naturalistic settings. With its upright, bushy habit and low-maintenance needs, 'Golden King' is ideal for adding structure and year-round interest to any garden space.
Key Features:
- Foliage: Glossy green leaves with vibrant golden-yellow edges for year-round color
- Berries: Abundant bright red berries in autumn and winter
- Height & Spread: Grows to 10-15 feet tall and 8-12 feet wide
- Growth Habit: Bushy, upright form ideal for hedges or focal points
- Best Placement: Perfect for hedges, screens, or as a standalone specimen
- Care Requirements: Low maintenance; thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil
Transform your garden with the vibrant hues and seasonal interest of Ilex 'Golden King'—a versatile and hardy shrub that ensures lasting beauty throughout the year.
Growing Guide
| Hardiness Rating | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
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Plant Highlights
- Coastal Tolerance: Highly resilient to coastal winds, maritime air, and urban atmospheric pollution
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Coastal· Urban· Pollution tolerant
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
- Mature size
- 4.6m high· 3.7m wide
- Foliage
- evergreen
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