They are cold hardy to Zone 6, and perform well in sun to partial shade with well-drained, slightly acid soil. Remember, you can plant as long as the ground is not frozen. They join Ilex varieties named Cardinal, Festive, Oakleaf, Robin and Little Red. Many local garden centers carry the Flowerwood label. Liberty is set apart by its large, serrated, deep green leaves.
Growth habit is upright and pyramidal.
The handsome holly produces reddish-orange berries and can be used as a hedge, screen or specimen. It grows 8 feet wide and 14 feet tall. Patriot is a medium-sized holly with abundant red berries. Foliage is small, serrated and dark green. Patriot pyramids well, making it useful as a small garden accent, hedge or screen.