| | | Family | Aquifoliaceae | | Plant Type | broadleaf evergreen | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Spread | 5 - 20 cm (2 - 8 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | This plant has evergreen foliage that is dark green in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Ilex opaca 'W. M. Hawkins' (American holly). | | Special Characteristics | In the winter, Ilex opaca 'W. M. Hawkins' provides winter interest. | | |