Enjoy female POSSUMHAW HOLLY trees for their...
. bright red fall and winter berries >>> excellent wildlife food source
. exceptional holly cold hardiness >>> -20°F
. upright multi-stemmed habit >>> carefree growth to 10'+
. deer resistant eco-friendly nature >>> pestfree + drought tolerant
. garden versatility >>> standalone accent tree + informal privacy screens
USDA plant hardiness zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Sunset plant hardiness zones: n/a [western states]
LIGHT: full sun for best berry production [tolerates bright shade]
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + well-drained [tolerant of a wide range of soil types]
Botanical Name: Ilex decidua
Plant Family: Aquifoliaceae - Holly Family
Plant Origin/Holly Nursery Cultivar: Southeast and Southern USA | Female Cultivar
a.k.a: Deciduous Holly, Possum Haw
Related Holly plants for sale: Will Fleming Yaupon Holly [male], Pride of Houston Yaupon Holly [female], Savannah Holly
How to grow Possumhaw Hollies:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize deciduous hollies in early spring
. Prune in early spring before new growth appears [usually not required]
. Maintain a mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around plants once they're established
. Provide winter protection in plant's northern climate range
Plant Shipping Size: Premium Three Gallon [#3G] nursery-grown plant (11.36L)
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