Name: Chinese holly seeds
Brand: Shanghai Touchhealthy seeds shop
SKU: 01484
Price: 160.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

Premium Chinese Holly (Ilex cornuta, horned holly) is a dense slow‑growing evergreen shrub. It features glossy spiny dark‑green foliage, tiny spring white blooms and eye‑catching bright‑red winter‑persistent berries for wild birds. Perfect for privacy hedge building, courtyard greening, boundary barrier planting, wildlife gardens and permanent outdoor landscape decoration.

Key Features

Distinct glossy spiny‑edged evergreen leaves that keep green all year round
Female plants produce dense bright‑red berries lasting through cold winter
Outstanding drought‑resistance, heat tolerance and strong adaptability for urban planting
Thick compact branches work perfectly as thorny privacy‑protection hedges
Winter berries supply essential food sources for local wild birds
Carefully‑screened mature shrub seeds with low impurities and stable germination vigor

Full Product Description

Chinese holly is a classic broad‑leaf evergreen shrub originating from China. Its hard leathery spiny‑shaped leaves deliver a sturdy appearance, and striking red berries hang on branches from autumn to early‑spring.

This hardy shrub adapts to sunny or partially‑shaded spots and well‑drained garden soil. It is widely cultivated for hedges, yard borders and wildlife‑attracting scenery. Our chinese holly seeds go through strict screening to remove broken, shrivelled grains for steady seedling‑emergence.

Packaging & Shipping Notes

Hard holly seeds are sealed inside thick leak‑proof moisture‑proof inner bags. Outer hard cartons and soft shock‑absorbing fillers prevent hard seed‑coat cracking and grain extrusion damage during long‑distance shipment.

Packages stay away from high‑temperature sealed cargo spaces, damp rainy surroundings and prolonged direct sunlight to preserve seed vitality. After receiving the parcel, inspect seeds timely. Reseal leftover seeds tightly and store away from hot‑humid enclosed‑space.

Planting Guide

Best Sowing Season

Sow seeds in early spring or late‑autumn. Long‑period warm‑cold stratification treatment is required for germination.

Seed Pre‑Treatment

Soak hard seeds in room‑temperature clean water for 24 hours to soften seed coats
Complete warm‑layer‑stratification for 120 days, followed by 120‑day cold stratification to break seed dormancy
Mix processed seeds with fine dry sand for even broadcasting

Soil Requirement

Clear weeds and stones, flatten the planting ground. Loose slightly‑acid well‑drained sandy‑loam works best; heavy clay and water‑logged low‑lying land shall be avoidedNorth Caro....

Sowing Operation

Spread the sand‑seed mixture evenly, cover with 0.25‑inch fine soil, add surface mulch and gently compress topsoil.

Germination & Seedling Care

Keep soil mildly moist. Seeds need long‑time stratification and may sprout intermittently within 2‑3 years. Keep young seedlings under partial shade in the first‑year growth stage, thin seedlings and clear competing weeds regularly.

Daily‑care for Mature Plants

Grow under full‑sun or partial‑shade conditions. Water thoroughly in the first growing season; mature shrubs tolerate drought. Trim overgrown branches in late winter for hedge shaping.

Notice: Its red berries are ornamental only and cannot be eaten by humans or pets.

Seed Storage & Package

Moisture‑proof sealed packaging protects seeds against dampness, mould and transit‑caused damage.

Store leftover seeds in cool, dry, shaded and well‑ventilated locations. Refrigerate for long‑time storage and stay away from high‑temperature humid air. Sow seeds within three‑month storage for the optimal germination‑rate.

Product Specifications

Plant Species: Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta / Horned Holly)

Seed Type: Hardy dense evergreen ornamental shrub seed

Growth Trait: Compact rounded bush, glossy spiny evergreen leaves, bright‑red winter berries

Sun Requirement: Full sunlight or partial shade

Suitable Soil: Loose well‑drained sandy‑loam, slightly‑acid ordinary garden soil

Hardiness: Drought‑tolerant, heat‑resistant, winter‑hardy, bird‑friendly, low‑maintenance

Main Usage: Privacy hedge, courtyard landscaping, boundary barrier, wildlife garden, outdoor shrub decoration

FAQ

Q1: How long do chinese holly seeds take to germinate?

A1: Hard‑shelled seeds need warm‑cold stratification; sporadic germination may last 2‑3 years.

Q2: Are holly red berries edible?

A2: Berries are for ornamental use only, toxic for people and domestic pets while favored by wild birds.

Q3: Can chinese holly be planted as privacy hedge?

A3: Dense spiny branches make it an excellent thorny barrier and privacy‑screen shrub.

Q4: When is the suitable sowing time for chinese holly?

A4: Early spring and cool late‑autumn are ideal sowing periods.

Q5: Does chinese holly endure shaded environments?

A5: It adapts to partial shade, yet full‑sun planting brings denser foliage and more red berries.

Chinese holly seeds