Cave Hill American Holly – Live Female Evergreen Holly | 1 Gallon Pot Plant | 12 Inch Tall Ilex opaca | Hardy Landscape Holly

Add timeless evergreen beauty and seasonal interest to your landscape with Cave Hill American Holly, a hardy female holly variety prized for its glossy evergreen foliage and classic ornamental form. This attractive native holly provides year-round structure and texture in foundation plantings, privacy screens, woodland gardens, and wildlife-friendly landscapes. When pollinated by a compatible male American holly, it produces vibrant red berries that brighten the garden through fall and winter while attracting birds and pollinators.

Its dense evergreen growth and adaptability make it an excellent low-maintenance choice for traditional and naturalized landscapes alike. These healthy plants are shipped approximately 12 inches tall in 1 gallon nursery pots and are ready to establish quickly in the landscape.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Cave Hill American Holly
✔️ Approximately 12 inches tall
✔️ 1 gallon pot plant
✔️ Female evergreen holly variety
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape shrub
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Cave Hill American Holly
Botanical Name: Ilex opaca ‘Cave Hill’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 15–30 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes, when young and properly maintained

💡 Care Tip: Plant near a compatible male American holly pollinator to encourage reliable berry production. Mulching around the base helps maintain moisture and supports healthy root development year-round.