American Holly Seeds – Ilex opaca Evergreen Tree with Festive Red Berries

American Holly Seeds (Ilex opaca) grow into a beautiful, classic evergreen tree known for its glossy dark green leaves and bright red berries. This iconic landscape tree adds structure, seasonal color, and year-round interest to gardens, driveways, and large outdoor spaces.

American Holly is widely used for privacy screening, ornamental planting, and wildlife habitats. Its dense branching provides shelter for birds, while its red berries enhance winter landscapes. Female plants produce berries when a male plant is nearby for cross-pollination.

This slow to moderate growing evergreen thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil. It’s an excellent choice for long-term landscaping projects and traditional garden settings.

Features

• Classic evergreen tree with glossy foliage

• Decorative festive red berries in fall and winter

• Ideal for privacy screening and landscape focal points

• Attracts birds and supports wildlife habitats

• Strong structure for year-round interest

• Grows well in full sun to partial shade

• Non-GMO premium shrub/tree seeds

• Low maintenance once established

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Ilex opaca

• Common Name: American Holly

• Plant Type: Evergreen tree

• Height: 15–40 feet

• Spread: 10–20 feet

• Growth Habit: Pyramidal, dense, upright

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate

• Foliage Type: Glossy, dark green, evergreen

• Berry Color: Bright red (on female plants with nearby male)

• Berry Season: Fall to winter

• Germination Time: 30–90 days

• Planting Depth: ¼ inch

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–9

• Seasonal Interest: Year-round evergreen + winter berry display

• Maintenance Level: Low

• GMO Status: Non-GMO