The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford' is in October and November.
Chinese holly
Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford'
Chinese holly, also known as Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford', is a slow-growing evergreen shrub with neat, olive-green spiny leaves. This hardy and versatile shrub is an excellent choice for foundation plantings, hedges, or as a stand-alone specimen. It has a tendency to grow in a rounded shape and is often used in small gardens as a low hedge or foundation plant. The 'Dwarf Burford' cultivar of Chinese holly stays tidy and will reach a height of up to 6 ft and a width of 6 ft, perfect for residential garden settings. It produces small, white flowers that bloom in fall, followed by red berries. In winter, the berries take on a bluish hue and can last up to late spring.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 9
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford') should be watered deeply and regularly, but avoid over-watering as this can lead to rot and diseases. Water the plant about once per week during the growing season, and only water when the soil begins to feel dry; a good way to tell is to stick your finger into the soil, if the second knuckle is dry, the plant needs watering. During the winter time, reduce waterings to once every couple of weeks, or when the soil begins to feel dry. Make sure to drain any excess water after watering.
sunlight
Chinese holly (Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford') needs full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. It should receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to produce the most lush, vibrant foliage. If the plant is not receiving enough sun, its leaves will be pale and it may become leggy. During summer months, the plant may need some extra morning shade, especially during mid-day hours when the sun is hottest.
pruning
Chinese holly can be pruned any time of year, but the best time for pruning is in late winter when the plant is dormant. If necessary, you can also lightly prune the Chinese holly any time throughout the growing season, but avoid heavy pruning or the plant may become stressed. Pruning should be kept to a minimum; just cut off any dead, damaged or unhealthy wood. You can also prune branches that are growing wildly, to help maintain your desired shape for the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burford' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in April or May.
