American Holly

 

Common Name	American Holly
Scientific Name	Ilex opaca
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Partial Sun, Full Shade
Wildlife Value	birds
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	20' to 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	Yes
Comments	slow growing evergreen; male and female plants needed to produce the red fruits eaten by many songbirds