Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'
Chinese Holly
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Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Description
'Carissa' is a dwarf with small leaves. It is female, but it bears no berries.
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Blooming
In the spring, tiny white flowers appear at the base of the leaves of the previous year's growth. Berries will only follow if both male and female plants are present.
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Growth
Holly have glossy leaves that sparkle in the sun and bright red berries, edible by birds. Only female plants yield berries, but a male plant is needed. Green hollies refer partial or full shade, but variegated hollies do best in full sun.
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Planting
Propagate from softwood or semi ripe cuttings taken in late summer. If growing from seeds, they will germinate after 2-3 years, and will need greenhouse protection during cold seasons.
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Interesting facts
Branches of I. aquifolium with berries are often used as Christmas decorations, the practice surviving from pre-Christian solstice celebrations. The dense, white wood of the holly is also used for carved decorations and chess pieces (the white ones).
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Carissa') - Soil and irrigation
Most types prefer acid soils but are otherwise fancied in their preferences and somewhat adaptable. Usually tolerate drought, urban and seashore conditions. In drier weather, you can water weekly by soaking the roots.
