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Mary Holman' American Holly 6/7' h B&B

Mary Holman' American Holly 6/7' h B&B

Regular price $1,339.20 USD
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Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman' Information Page
Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman'

Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman'

Description

Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman', commonly known as Mary Holman American Holly, is a stunning evergreen shrub or small tree known for its glossy, deep green leaves and bright red berries. This cultivar is particularly valued for its dense foliage and attractive form, making it a popular choice for ornamental landscapes and privacy screens.

Suggested Uses

Mary Holman American Holly is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a hedge. Its vibrant berries and evergreen foliage provide year-round interest, and it can also be used in holiday decorations.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman'
  • Common Name Common Name: Mary Holman 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
  • 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, for decorative use
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and other acid-loving plants

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, sandy loam
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • 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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