Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Rosa 'Iceberg'
Rosaceae · flowers
Ilex opaca
Aquifoliaceae · shrubs
Floribunda Rose (Zones 5-9)
Holly (Zones 5-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9
| Feature | Floribunda Rose | Holly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosa 'Iceberg' | Ilex opaca |
| Family | Rosaceae | Aquifoliaceae |
| Category | flowers | shrubs |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Acidic, Well-drained |
| Height | 4' | 40' |
| Spread | 3' | 20' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Spring |
| Bloom Color | White | White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Slow |
| Native Region | Hybrid (Germany) | Eastern North America |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Floribunda Rose
Holly
Floribunda Rose
Holly
Choose Floribunda Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.
Choose Holly if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 5–9.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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