| | | Family | Aquifoliaceae | | Plant Type | deciduous shrub | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 2.1 - 4.5 m (7 - 15 ft) | | Spread | 1.5 - 3.5 m (5 - 12 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | This deciduous shrub has greyish green foliage. The fruit produced by Ilex decidua (possumhaw) is bright red. | | Special Characteristics | Birds are attracted to Ilex decidua . In the winter, Ilex decidua provides winter interest. | | |