Ilex opaca 'Carolina #2' ~ Carolina #2 American Holly orange-leaf fertile well-drained soils

fertile well-drained soils

LANDSCAPE USES:   Accents or Group Plantings

Growth habit: It has an upright and rounded growth habit

Blight and aster yellows can cause significant damage

Ilex opaca 'Carolina #2' ~ Carolina #2 American Holly orange-leaf fertile well-drained soilsCarolina #2 American Holly is a large native evergreen shrub with a narrow upright pyramidal habit known for its dark green color and heavy berry production. If pollinated, the clusters of inconspicuous creamy white flowers in spring give way to red fruits in fall which lasts through winter. Best density and fruit production in full sun and moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Southeast N. America; GA Native Height: 20' 40'