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Widely selected for the commercial floral industry, this native deciduous holly produces abundant fruit that persists well into winter, creating a stunning display when most other plants have gone dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eThis hardy shrub is an excellent choice for wildlife gardens, foundation plantings, rain gardens, naturalized landscapes, and seasonal cut branches. The vibrant berries provide valuable food for birds while adding outstanding ornamental interest to the winter landscape. For reliable berry production, plant a compatible male pollinator such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e'Jim Dandy'\u003c\/strong\u003e nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eShipped at approximately 12 inches tall in a 1-gallon nursery pot, this healthy live shrub is well-rooted and ready for planting. Its adaptability and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite among gardeners across a wide range of climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eYou will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Ilex verticillata 'Maryland Beauty' shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 12 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e✔️ Shipped in 1 gallon nursery pot\u003cbr data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maryland Beauty Winterberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ilex verticillata 'Maryland Beauty'\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous berry-producing shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young established plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1814\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-draining to wet soils; adaptable to various soil types\u003cbr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For abundant berry production, plant a compatible male pollinator such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e'Jim Dandy'\u003c\/strong\u003e within the same area. 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