Ilex aquifolium Aureo-Marginata

Aureo-Marginata Holly

Ilex aquifolium ‘Aureo-Marginata’ is an evergreen shrub valued for its glossy dark green leaves edged with bright golden-yellow margins, creating strong year-round variegation. This variegated English holly has sharply spined foliage and produces bright red berries on female plants when pollinated. The combination of gold-edged foliage and red fruit gives it strong winter ornamental value.

Type: Evergreen shrub
Mature Size: Width: 6–8 ft · Height: 10–15 ft
USDA Zones: 6a–9b

Form: Upright, pyramidal

Light: Full sun to part shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil

Water: Medium; prefers regular moisture during establishment

Wildlife: Berries attract birds

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for specimen planting, screening, hedges, and mixed evergreen borders where variegated foliage adds year-round brightness. The colorful foliage is especially striking in winter landscapes.

Care:
Plant in well-drained acidic soil and protect from harsh winter winds in colder areas. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. Female plants require a male holly nearby for reliable berry producti



















 

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen

Height

8'

Width

7-12'

Hardiness zones

7–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Flower color

White

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Pyramidal, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No