Uncle Sam American Holly – Live Male Evergreen Holly | Quart Pot Plant | Ilex opaca Pollinator Tree | Hardy Native Landscape Holly
Add classic evergreen beauty and dependable pollination support to your landscape with Uncle Sam American Holly, a hardy male holly variety valued for its dense glossy foliage and strong upright growth habit. This native evergreen holly provides year-round structure and texture while serving as an excellent pollinator for female American hollies, helping nearby plants produce vibrant red berries during fall and winter.
Its handsome evergreen foliage and adaptable nature make Uncle Sam Holly a great choice for privacy screens, foundation plantings, woodland gardens, native landscapes, and wildlife-friendly plantings. With its tall upright form and rich green leaves, this holly creates a timeless ornamental presence in the landscape throughout every season. These healthy plants are shipped established in quart nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the garden.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Uncle Sam American Holly
✔️ Quart pot plant
✔️ Male evergreen holly variety
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape tree
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Uncle Sam American Holly
Botanical Name: Ilex opaca ‘Uncle Sam’
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 20–30 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 8–20 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes, when young and properly maintained
💡 Care Tip: Plant near female American hollies to provide reliable pollination for berry production. Mulching around the base helps conserve soil moisture and support healthy root development year-round.