Holly (Ilex aquifolium) is an evergreen plant with dark green, spiny leaves. Often associated with Christmas, the holly is a sign of the arrival of spring. In spring, beautiful red berries grow on the holly.

Although the berries look beautiful, it is better not to eat them! This is because holly berries are mildly poisonous to humans. That is why most animals ignore the berries, except for a few birds and insects that do like to eat them.

Holly is a versatile plant that can be pruned into different shapes by handy gardeners. Some people see the spines on the leaves as a disadvantage, but this can also be an advantage as it can deter intruders and keep them out of the garden.