American Holly Seeds (Ilex opaca) - 500mg for Planting
Grow your own American Holly, a native evergreen tree known for its dark green spiny leaves and bright red berries. This species provides year-round visual interest and supports local wildlife by offering shelter and food. Ideal for creating hedges, borders, or enhancing woodland landscapes.
Key Features
- Classic evergreen foliage with dark green, spiny leaves
- Bright red berries appear in winter, attracting birds
- Native to the Eastern United States, promoting local ecosystems
- Dense growth habit suitable for privacy screens and hedges
- 500mg of quality seeds requiring cold stratification for germination
Growing Information
- Soil: Prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade
- Watering: Moderate watering needs
- Planting Season: Best planted in fall or spring with cold stratification
- Growth Habit: Upright, dense evergreen tree
- Time to Maturity: Approximately 2–3 years to establish; berries develop on mature plants
- USDA Zones: Suitable for zones 5 through 9
