Ilex 'Little Red' /Little Red Holly

Spiny foliage
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Spiny foliage	Close-up image showing the marginal spines	Terminal shoot of foliage
Specimen plant growing alone


Scientific Name:	Ilex 'Little Red'
Common Name:	Little Red Holly
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height:	8-10 feet
Spread:	5 - 10 feet
Light Exposure:	Part Sun, Filtered Shade
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	No

Comments:	It can be used in the landscape as a foundation plant, a small pyramidal specimen, and a medium-growing hedge. The rich green leaves have a maroon color when they first emerge from the buds.