Christmas Jewel Holly
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Christmas Jewel Holly
Christmas Jewel Holly (Ilex × 'HL10-90') is a compact, densely pyramidal evergreen holly reaching 6–10 ft., with dark glossy foliage and an exceptionally heavy crop of apple-red berries that persist from late fall through early summer. It is heat- and drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent specimen, hedge, or foundation plant for NE Florida zone 9b landscapes. Starting at $125.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun for best berry production and dense form; tolerates part sun. In NE Florida, full sun also reduces fungal foliar disease by improving air movement and drying foliage faster.
Drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply and infrequently during establishment; mature plants rarely need supplemental irrigation in NE Florida. Do not allow soil to remain waterlogged.
Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained sandy or loam soil (pH 4.5–6.0). Apply a slow-release azalea/holly fertilizer in spring. Mulch to maintain soil moisture and acidity.
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Common questions
Is Christmas Jewel Holly a good plant for St. Augustine?
Christmas Jewel Holly is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-10 feet × 6-8 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.