| Shape | Dense and bushy. |
| Landscape | Architectural from in the landscape. |
| Propagation | Grafting onto I. aquifolium rootstock. |
| Cultivation | Prefers full sun and partial-shade. Plant in moist but well-drained soil such as sandy and loam. |
| Pests | Aphids, scale insects and holly leaf miner may be a problem. May be affected by holly leaf blight. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Mature leaves are spiny with broad margins. |
| Flower Description | Small male flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Berries ripen in autumn. |
| Colour Description | Young leaves have a pink tinge and become dark green with cream margins as it matures. The flowers are white. |
