Ilex hybrid variety named `Conive`

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of Ilex plant found as an openly pollinated seedling of Ilex Hybrid `Mary Nell`. The variety possesses a dense, upright, pyramidal growth habit, flower which produce functional pollen and ovaries, attractive orange-red fruit, glossy dark green foliage, and distinctly arranged leaf serrations.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and unique variety of Ilex plant named Ilex Hybrid `Conive` as herein shown and described, is characterized by its dense, upright, and pyramidal growth habit, perfect flowers which produce an abundance of pollen, glossy mature leaves, distinctly arranged leaf serrations, orange-red fruit, fast growth rate, resistance to pests, and tolerance of heat, drought, and soil type.