ornamental tree
American holly
A four-season native screen with wildlife value; plant male nearby for berries.
Growing Profile
- Hardiness
- Zones 5a-9a
- Sun
- full, partial
- Soil
- loam, clay, sandy
- Water
- medium
- Goals
- Privacy & screening, Pollinators & wildlife, Curb appeal & color, Low-maintenance natives
Harvest & Use
evergreen foliage year-round; red berries in winter
Useful search phrase: American holly tree.