Origins Native to Africa, Americas, AsiaEurope
Type Perennial (evergreen)
Hardiness Zones 6 - 9
Bloom Spring
Fruit Fall, Winter
Height Up to 65 ft (20 m)
Cultivation
Sun or partial shade, rich, moist, well-drained soil. Prune in Spring.
Propagation
By seed or by cuttings (take these in Summer).
Additional Information about Holly Tree
Perfect for hedging. Leaves have long been used in remedies for fever, constipation and other ailments. In South America, roasted leaves of Holly are often brewed as tea.
Caution!
Do not eat berries, - they are harmful.
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