Deciduous Holly - Ilex decidua
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Deciduous Holly for Sale | Ilex decidua
Transform your landscape with the striking Deciduous Holly, a hardy ornamental plant known for its vibrant fall and winter berries. Perfect for borders, hedges, and accent plantings, this low-maintenance shrub delivers year-round interest and strong structure to any garden.
How to Identify Deciduous Holly
Deciduous Holly features upright growth, glossy green leaves that shift to rich fall shades, and clusters of bright berries. Its bark is smooth and gray, while younger stems remain green and flexible. The plant’s shape ranges from pyramidal to oval.
Essential Plant Details
- Height: 15–25 feet
- Spread: 10–15 feet
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Growth: Drought-tolerant once established
- Attracts: Birds and other wildlife
- Foliage: Seasonal color shifts
Why Deciduous Holly Is a Great Choice
This versatile holly delivers multi-season appeal with colorful foliage and long-lasting berries. It works well as a privacy hedge, focal plant, or wildlife-friendly garden addition, supporting both beauty and biodiversity.
How to Successfully Grow Deciduous Holly
Plant in well-drained soil with access to full or partial sunlight. Keep soil consistently moist during establishment. Light pruning encourages dense growth, while mulching preserves soil moisture and protects roots.
Best Season for Planting
Plant Deciduous Holly in early spring or fall, when moderate temperatures and reliable moisture help roots establish before extreme weather sets in.
Ideal Planting Locations
Use along borders, walkways, patios, driveways, or as a standalone specimen. Its berries and fall foliage provide excellent visual interest in wildlife gardens and outdoor living spaces.
Blooming & Berry Period
Deciduous Holly produces small flowers in late spring, followed by bright berries in fall. These berries persist into winter, attracting birds and offering seasonal color.
Step-by-Step Planting Guide
- Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball.
- Set the plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
- Backfill with native soil and press gently to remove air pockets.
- Water thoroughly and apply mulch to retain moisture.
Watering Guidelines
Water regularly during the first growing season. Once mature, Deciduous Holly handles occasional dry spells, but consistent watering supports better berry production.
Fertilization Tips
Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Add compost or organic mulch around the base to enrich soil and support strong root development.
Packaging & Shipping
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Why Buy From Ever-Green-Trees.com?
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FAQs
- What is a Deciduous Holly? A seasonal holly that sheds leaves in fall and produces vibrant winter berries.
- How do you identify it? Look for glossy green leaves, smooth gray bark, and bright berry clusters with a pyramidal to oval form.
- When should I plant? Early spring or fall for best establishment.
- How big does it grow? 15–25 feet tall with a 10–15-foot spread.
- How should I water it? Keep soil moist during the first year; mature plants need only occasional watering.
- Does it attract wildlife? Yes, its berries attract birds, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
- What soil does it prefer? Well-drained soil with moderate fertility.
- How do I fertilize it? Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mulch with compost.