Reddish Colored Egg On Holly Bushes

Question From: B. Neff - CALIFORNIA
Q: I live in San Diego on a canyon. We recently noticed a large reddish colored egg growing on 2 holly bushes. They are larger than a chicken egg.
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A: I can't answer that question as I garden in Michigan. I suggest you take the photo to a good garden center that sells there plants for advice. You might also contact a botanical garden near you. There are 15 in CA..Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy