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| American Holly, Yule Holly, White Holly, Christmas Holly, Prickly Holly, Evergreen Holly Ilex opaca var. opaca Aquifoliaceae American holly grows in moist rich soils in east Texas but also does well on dry hillsides, as long as the soil is acidic. This is the largest of the evergreen Texas hollies, attaining 60 feet in optimum conditions. The females bear bright red berries if they are near a male for pollination. The form is pyramidal in youth, broadening to an oval with age. Plant Habit or Use: large shrub small tree medium tree Exposure: sun partial sun Flower Color: light green, inconspicous Blooming Period: spring Fruit Characteristics: red or yellow berries Height: 25 to 35 ft., rarely 60 ft. Width: 15 to 20 ft. Plant Character: evergreen Heat Tolerance: medium Water Requirements: high medium Soil Requirements: acid Additional Comments:
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