American holly
Ilex opaca 'Greenleaf'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Greenish-white Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
green,red Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
American Holly should be watered once or twice a week, depending on the season. During the growing season and warm weather months, it should be watered more often, about 1-2 inches every 7-10 days. During the cooler months, it should only be watered every 2-3 weeks. Water at the roots of the plant, and avoid splashing the leaves. Make sure the soil is evenly moist but not too soggy, and make sure it has good drainage.
sunlight
American holly (Ilex opaca 'Greenleaf') should receive at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably during the morning. While it can tolerate more sunlight, it is best to avoid intense afternoon sunlight which can dry out foliage and burn the leaves. American holly should also be planted in an area that provides some protection from strong winds which can cause foliage to dry out and scorch.
pruning
American holly (Ilex opaca 'Greenleaf') can be pruned any time from late winter to early spring. When pruning American holly, the best approach is to cut back just the outermost branches, reducing their size by no more than a quarter of their original length. This will help to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant. However, if the plant is particularly overgrown, it can be cut back more drastically. It is important to only trim what is necessary to restore the size and shape of the plant, as pruning too much can negatively affect the health of the American holly.
