American holly

Ilex opaca 'Jersey Knight'

American Holly, or Ilex opaca 'Jersey Knight', is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white blooms. It has spiky, red berries that tend to last through winter, making it desirable for holiday décor. The shrub grows up to 15’ tall and up to 10’ wide, making it ideal for foundation planting along a home or as a privacy hedge. It can be an eye catcher on its own or used as a holiday display. American holly is adaptable and species-diverse, requiring little maintenance and easy to care for.