American Holly
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$15.00
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Ilex opaca
The American Holly is a native broadleaf evergreen that matures slowly.
Like most hollies, it is dioecious; that is, the male and female flowers appear on separate plants. The female flower produces the berries. To guarantee berries, there must be a male holly of the same species within 30 - 40 yards of the female tree.
Will grow in FULL SUN or PARTIALLY SHADED areas.
| Ornamental Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Category | Shrub or small tree |
| Foliage Type | Broadleaf evergreen |
| Height | 30' - 50' |
| Spread | 20' - 30' |
| Shape | Pyramidal |
| Primary Foliage Color | Green, dark, glossy |
| Seasonal Foliage Color | |
| Flowering Season | Early spring |
| Flower Color | Insignificant |
| Berries | Red |
| Environmental Characteristics | |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Sun Preferences | Sun or shade |
| Water Preferences | Average - Prepare planting area for adequate drainage. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |