The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Thanksgiving American holly

Family: Aquifoliaceae (holly family)

Distribution: Species native to e. United States

Hardiness: USDA Zone 5

Life form: Evergreen tree

Comments: One of the Orlando Pride "Grace Hybrid Group" selections proven extremely hardy, this female American holly grows up to 20-30' tall by 15-20' wide. In the presence of a suitable male pollinator, this evergreen tree produces vivid red berries ripening in September/October. Foliage consists of 3-5" long spiny-tipped leaves that remain lustrous dark, olive-green year-round. Use as a specimen, in groups for a beautiful evergreen screen or winter food source for birds.