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Mary Holman' American Holly 7/8' h B&B

Mary Holman' American Holly 7/8' h B&B

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Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman'

Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman'

Description

Ilex opaca 'Mary Holman', commonly known as Mary Holman' American Holly, is a beautiful evergreen shrub or small tree known for its glossy, dark green leaves and bright red berries. This cultivar is prized for its dense foliage and attractive form, making it a popular choice for landscapes and gardens.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a specimen tree, in hedges, or as a part of a mixed border. Its evergreen nature and vibrant berries provide year-round interest, and it is particularly valued for 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 part 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 can be toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes, branches are used in floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and other acid-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter 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 it was in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as scale and treat as necessary.
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