General Landscape Uses:
Specimen tree or hedge plant.
Availability:
Commonly available at native plant nurseries in northeast Florida. Available at native plant nurseries in central Florida.
Description: Small, single-trunked evergreen holly with and open crown. 15-25 feet tall with dark green leaves.
Dimensions: Typically 15-25 feet in height. Taller than broad.
Growth Rate: Medium.
Range:
Walton county.
Map of select IRC data from peninsular Florida.
Soils: Well-drained to slightly moist, acid soil.
Nutritional Requirements:
Light Requirements: Full sun to light shade.
Flower Color: White.
Flower Characteristics: Inconspicuous.
Flowering Season: Spring.
Fruit: Bright red berries in showy clusters in late fall and winter.
Wildlife and Ecology: Attracts pollinators. Provides food for wildlife.
References: Nelson (
2003)
Comments: We have been adding data for this species for central and northern Florida and welcome any feedback or review. If you would like to contribute information or images, please contact George Gann via the IRC staff page.
