Deciduous Holly is an upright spreading native deciduous shrub with a rounded crown. Its narrow, glossy dark green leaves that turn dull purple or yellow in fall. If pollinated, female flowers give way to orange-red fruits in fall which lasts through winter. Grows best in moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils. Needs both male and female plants to produce berries.
Ilex decidua is a host for the Henry's Elfin butterfly, and supports the specialized bee Colletes banksi.
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
7' - 15' |
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Spread: |
5’ - 12' |
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Spacing: |
8’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Occasional problems include leaf spot and powdery mildew. Prune to shape in early spring before new growth begins.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, Hedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Azalea, Hydrangea, Peony
IMAGES: James Steakley, Ilex decidua, CC BY-SA 3.0, (2) Photo by Leonora (Ellie) Enking, Ilex decidua (Possumhaw), (3) Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, Ilex decidua kz01, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Michael Wolf, Penig, Ilex decidua IMG 3054, CC BY-SA 3.0, (5) Eric Hunt, Ilex decidua 4, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
