Ilex opaca ~ American Holly

American Holly

Ilex opaca

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American Holly is a beautiful evergreen tree that is highly valued for its glossy green leaves and vibrant red berries. Known for its dense, pyramidal shape and glossy, dark green leaves that are typically spiny and have a wavy or serrated edge. Female American Holly trees produce small, bright red berries that ripen in the fall and persist through the winter. To ensure berry production, it's important to have a compatible male holly tree nearby, such as 'Jersey Knight'. Best planted in moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils. 

Type: 

Tree

Origins:

Southeast N. America; GA Native

Height: 

15' - 30'

Spread: 

10’ - 20'

Spacing: 

15’

USDA Hardiness Zone: 

5 - 9

Culture: 

Full SunPart Sun

Bloom Color: 

White

Season of Interest:  

SpringFallYear-Round

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.   Well-drained soils essential.   Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew.  Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, BordersWoodland Gardens, Privacy ScreenHedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:   Azalea Hydrangea Peony

IMAGE:  Gelmaraghy C2-2-Ilex opaca (American Holly)CC BY-SA 3.0

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