Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska'

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Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska'

Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska' is a female holly cultivar that is self-pollinating but will produce more berries if a male holly is nearby.

Bring timeless elegance and resilience to your garden with Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska', a robust evergreen holly known for its dense, compact growth and glossy, dark green leaves. This classic holly variety produces an abundance of bright red berries in late autumn and winter, providing vibrant seasonal color and a valuable food source for birds. The berries contrast beautifully with its sharply serrated, rich foliage, making it a standout feature in any landscape.

With a naturally upright, pyramidal shape, 'Alaska' reaches a mature height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 6-8 feet, making it perfect for use as a privacy hedge, foundation plant, or specimen shrub. It thrives in both full sun and partial shade and is exceptionally hardy, tolerating cold temperatures and harsh conditions. This low-maintenance holly is an excellent choice for creating year-round structure, especially in exposed or challenging sites.

Key Features:

• Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves with classic holly serrations
• Berries: Abundant bright red berries from autumn into winter
• Height & Spread: Grows to 10-15 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide
• Growth Habit: Naturally upright and dense, ideal for hedges and screens
• Best Placement: Perfect for hedges, borders, or as a standalone specimen
• Care Requirements: Low maintenance; thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Add enduring beauty and structure to your landscape with Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska'—a versatile and hardy shrub that delivers year-round greenery and festive winter color.