Enjoy SAVANNAH HOLLY for its... . masses of showy bright red fall + winter berries
. striking narrow + columnar form
. beautiful light green foliage + cold hardiness
. versatile + easygoing + eco-friendly growth habit
. excellent winter food source for wildlife
. attractive whitish gray bark
mature height: 20-30'+ x 12-15'
preferences: sun to partial shade, fertile [rich], moist, slightly acid, well-drained soils
usda plant hardiness zones: 6, 7, 8, 9 | sunset plant hardiness zones: 4-6, 15-17, 26, 28-33
plant family: Aquifoliaceae [Holly Family]
plant origin: USA Native | Savannah is an interspecific hybrid of Ilex opaca [American Holly] x Ilex cassine [Dahoon Holly]
growth habit: evergreen, upright, narrow, columnar, pyramidal, thornless, fast to moderate growth rate, more open canopy in partial shade
flower: white, inconspicuous, spring, dioecious [male and female flowers on separate plants]
fruit + season: bright red, 1/4", heavy clustered, persistent through autumn and winter, best fruit production in full sun
pollination: Savannah is a female holly that requires a male holly, growing within a few miles of your garden, to ensure fruit production.
foliage: light olive green, glossy, leathery, occasional browsing by deer
a.k.a. Savannah Topal Hollyshipping size: Premium Three Gallon Plant