Ilex opaca [male]
Also Known As
- Ilex opaca 'Male'
- American Holly
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'-30'
- W: 10'-20'
planting zones
- 6a-8b
Ilex opaca [male] plant details
Ilex opaca [male] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex opaca [male]
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: aquifoliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: dioecious, spiky, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex opaca [male]
- USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Ilex opaca [male] plant
How to Grow Ilex opaca [male]
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-6'
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- even moisture - occasional
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Tree, Shrub
Zones
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Size
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Width: 8'-12'
- sun - shade
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Zones
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Size
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