Vera American Holly – Live Female Evergreen Holly | Quart Pot Plant | Ilex opaca With Red Berries | Native Landscape Holly

Add classic evergreen beauty and native charm to your landscape with Vera American Holly, a female holly selection originally discovered growing wild on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This hardy native evergreen is prized for its glossy deep green foliage, attractive branching structure, and vibrant red berries that provide brilliant winter color when pollinated by a compatible male American holly nearby.

Its timeless appearance and year-round structure make Vera Holly an excellent choice for foundation plantings, woodland gardens, privacy screens, wildlife habitats, and holiday-inspired landscapes. The bright berries attract birds and add valuable seasonal interest during colder months while the evergreen foliage provides texture and color throughout the year. These healthy plants are shipped established in quart nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Vera American Holly
✔️ Quart pot plant
✔️ Female evergreen holly variety
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape shrub
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Vera American Holly
Botanical Name: Ilex opaca ‘Vera’
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 for reliable berry production. Mulching around the base helps maintain moisture and supports healthy root development year-round.