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Satyr Hill' American Holly 8/10' h B&B

Satyr Hill' American Holly 8/10' h B&B

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Ilex opaca 'Satyr Hill' Information Page
Ilex opaca 'Satyr Hill'

Ilex opaca 'Satyr Hill'

Description

Ilex opaca 'Satyr Hill', commonly known as 'Satyr Hill' American Holly, is a popular evergreen shrub or small tree known for its attractive, glossy green leaves and bright red berries. It is a versatile plant that provides year-round interest and is often used in landscapes for its ornamental value and wildlife benefits.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a specimen tree, in hedges, or as part of a mixed border. Its berries provide food for birds, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens. It can also be used in holiday decorations due to its festive appearance.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Ilex opaca 'Satyr Hill'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Satyr Hill' American Holly
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 15-30 feet tall, 10-20 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, when young
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Berries are toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes, branches are used in arrangements
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent leaf burn
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