Taxon

Ilex × meserveae (Blue Holly Group) 'Mesid' Blue Maid™

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Common name: Blue Maid™ Meserve holly
Family: Aquifoliaceae (holly family)
Distribution: hybrid: selection of Ilex aquifolium × I. rugosa
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Evergreen shrub
Plant Patent Info.: PP4,685; 7 April, 1981
Comments: A hardy evergreen female holly selection with dark green, glossy blue-green leaves. It grows as a densely conical shrub up to 12' tall and wide. In the presence of a suitable male pollinator, it produces bright red fruit in late fall and early winter that are relished by birds. Easily pruned and is suitable used as screen, hedge or foundation planting. Excellent cut greens for the holidays.
Links: US Patent and Trademark Office- Patent No. Search

Locations

  • 1: HOL: BJ24 (BJ24) • Accession: D2009-0474.004 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: HOL: BJ24 (BJ24) • Accession: D2009-0474.005 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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