American Holly
Ilex opaca
Also known as
White Holly, Holly
Ilex opaca American holly flowers by Dcrjsr (CC BY 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
9m | Max | 6m |
4m | Min | 3m |
Fruiting
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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American Holly Overview
Ilex opaca is also known as American Holly, this mid-sized evergreen species is originally from the United States. It grows to around 20m high, producing broadly ovate, slightly shiny, green, stiff leaves which are often paler yellow on the underside and edged with sharp points. Flowers are small, green-white and like other holly species, only female plants produce red berry fruits.
Common problems with American Holly
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How to propagate American Holly
Seed
You can propagate by seeds in the spring.
Cuttings
Semi-ripe cuttings from late summer to early winter.
Special features of American Holly
Attracts bees
Autumn colour
Attracts birds
Winter colour
Other uses of American Holly
Ornamental, foliage, hedging, privacy