.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } China Girl' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'China Girl' Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring dark green, serrated foliage. Known for its bold appearance and ease of growth, it provides excellent privacy screening and winter interest. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, foundation planting, border accents, and container gardening. Its dense growth makes it a popular choice for privacy screens and decorative landscaping. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'China Girl' Common Name: China Girl' Meserve Holly Size & Growth: 3-4 ft tall and wide, slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, hollies, and other evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Prefers well-drained soil; plant in spring or fall Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, well-drained soil Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Mulch around base; protect from harsh winds Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as root ball Fertilization: Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Minimal, regular watering and pruning to maintain shape
