Miss Helen American Holly Ilex opaca - 12 Inch Live Plant in 1-Gallon Pot

About This Plant

Ilex opaca ‘Miss Helen’ is a female American holly known for glossy dark green foliage and red berries when pollinated. This evergreen tree features an upright, dense form and provides year-round structure with seasonal color. Mature size is commonly 15–30 feet tall, and it prefers full sun to partial shade with well-draining, slightly acidic soil and moderate watering.

What You Will Receive

1 live Miss Helen American Holly, approximately 12 inches tall, in a 1-gallon pot. The plant is an evergreen tree/shrub with landscape uses in mind.

• Berry Producing: Female plant produces red berries with a nearby male pollinator
• Evergreen Tree: Dense year-round foliage
• Landscape Use: Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, and garden structure
• Easy Care: Hardy and adaptable to various growing conditions

Growing Information

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil

Watering: Moderate

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