Ilex crenata 'Mariesii' (Mariesii Holly)

The Mariesii Holly is a female cultivar of the Ilex crenata species. It is an evergreen shrub with a stiff and erect growth habit. The leaves are dark green and have a serrated edge. This holly produces small, inconspicuous flowers and round red berries that persist throughout winter. It is commonly used as a hedge or foundation plant in formal gardens.