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Satyr Hill' American Holly 7/8' h B&B

Satyr Hill' American Holly 7/8' 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 robust evergreen tree known for its attractive glossy green leaves and bright red berries. This cultivar is particularly valued for its dense foliage and pyramidal shape, making it a standout in any landscape.

Suggested Uses

'Satyr Hill' is ideal for use as a specimen tree, in hedges, or as a privacy screen. Its vibrant berries and foliage make it a popular choice for winter interest in gardens and landscapes.

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: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Berries are toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and other acid-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage to prevent root rot.
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