Ilex opaca 'Canary'

Also Known As

Canary American Holly

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-50'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

5a-9b

Ilex opaca 'Canary' plant details

Ilex opaca 'Canary' is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex opaca 'Canary'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex opaca 'Canary'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For an Abundant crop (w male companion) of canary-yellow fruit, this American holly with its light green, sparsely-spined leaves should do the trick!; slowly to 10-50', pyramidal when young, open and picturesque later. S-PSh/M/GDr/Acid