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Alpsdake

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: seedlings need shade for their first year , Sporadic germination will occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: China, East Asia, Japan, Korea (South), Taiwan

Introduced to: North America, United States

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Ilex pedunculosaIlex pedunculosa

Longstalk Holly

In Stock: 0.345 lb (Total:0.345lb)

Ilex pedunculosa

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0.35 lb

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Germination:

99%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

40,901

Quantity:

0.35 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2001

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

10864

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: seedlings need shade for their first year , Sporadic germination will occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: China, East Asia, Japan, Korea (South), Taiwan

Introduced to: North America, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the captivating allure of Ilex pedunculosa, popularly known as Longstalk Holly. This broadleaf evergreen beauty, native to the scenic landscapes of Japan, China, and Taiwan, is an exceptional choice for your garden, offering multifaceted appeal all year round. Thriving in USDA zones 5 to 8, this robust shrub or small tree reaches a height of 10 to 20 feet, with a spread of 10 to 15 feet. Its glossy, spineless leaves resemble those of Mountain Laurel, providing a luscious green backdrop that garners attention even in winter.

In June, Longstalk Holly blooms with inconspicuous greenish-white flowers. However, its true showstopper is the display of brilliant red berries dangling from long peduncles—a delightful feast for birds—that appear in autumn and persist through early winter. This dioecious plant produces fruit only if a male is planted nearby to pollinate the females. Perfect for hedges or as a specimen plant, it is an ideal addition to urban spaces due to its tolerance for pollution and varying sunlight conditions. Robust against drought and harsh winters, it requires minimal maintenance beyond occasional pruning. Embrace the evergreen splendor of Longstalk Holly and transform your garden into a picturesque haven.