Ilex crenata 'Mariesii' grows into a wonderfully congested form of small leaves held tightly to the stem. It is one of many garden-worthy Japanese holly cultivars, but this particular selection is ...

Holly, with its distinctive pointed leaves and bright red berries, is a common sight at this time of year, at least on holiday cards and wrappings. Can you grow it in your garden? “That depends on ...

I just love holly year-round in the garden. With its thick, durable dark green leaves and brightly colored berries, the birds love them as well. Too many of us, though, only think about holly during ...

Winterberry holly (Ilex verticillata) is the shrub that keeps your garden colorful long after most plants have gone dormant. By late fall, its glossy green leaves drop, revealing branches dotted with ...

The glossy "holly-shaped" leaves and ruby red berries of English holly have brought a bough of cheer into a multitude of homes. But hollies are also classic winners in the outdoor landscape. Their ...

With warmer weather coming and the last frost behind you, what shrubs are best for your garden? Boost your curb appeal with ...

Green holly with red berries adorns many holiday cards and wreaths, a legacy of ancient celebrations in northern Europe. The classic English holly (Ilex aquifolium), native to England and other areas ...

The small round leaves found on Ilex crenata, would lead most gardeners to suppose that this is a member of the box family, but this is actually the Japanese holly. Found growing naturally in the ...