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Ilex decidua

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.