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Possumhaw

Ilex Decidua

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Overview

Possumhaw (Ilex decidua) is a deciduous holly, prized for its vivid red berries and finely toothed green leaves that turn yellow in fall. This dioecious shrub reaches up to 15-30 feet tall, prefers full sun to part shade, and moist, well-drained soil. Its stunning winter berries provide striking contrast, attract wildlife, and create eye-catching focal points in residential or commercial landscapes. Zone: 5-9. Spread: 12-15 feet.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type Shrub

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — white flowers in the garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 7–15 Ft.
Mature width: 6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Aquifoliaceae

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Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — They exhibit a glossy surface and take on a stunning variety of colors through the seasons

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — prized for its vivid red berries and finely toothed green leaves that turn yellow in fall

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — The Possumhaw, scientifically known as Ilex decidua, is a deciduous holly native to the southern United States; white flowers in the

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — These berries offer an important food source for birds and other wildlife during the colder seasons

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — from green in the growing season to yellow; which helps in the production of its bountiful fruits.<br><br>The leaves of the

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — shrub for full or half; this plant offers a vibrant visual display for the client's garden

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — Possumhaw thrives in well-drained sites and can even tolerate periods of drought once established

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — and create eye-catching focal points in residential or commercial landscapes; they exhibit a glossy surface and take on a stunning

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — and measure about 1 to 3 inches long

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — Possumhaw (Ilex decidua) is a deciduous holly

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — prefers full sun to part shade; possumhaw (Ilex decidua) is a deciduous holly, image 52

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — shrub with white blooms; and measure about 1 to 3 inches long

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — and create eye-catching focal points in residential or commercial landscapes; they exhibit a glossy surface and take on, image 54

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — from green in the growing season to yellow; which helps in the production of its bountiful fruits.<br><br>The leaves of, image 64

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — or red before falling in autumn.<br><br>In spring

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — The Possumhaw, scientifically known as Ilex decidua, is a deciduous holly native to the southern United States

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — Possumhaw (Ilex decidua) is a deciduous holly; prefers full sun to part shade

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — prized for its vivid red berries and finely toothed green leaves that turn yellow in fall; possumhaw thrives in well-drained sites

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — shrub for full or half

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — Possumhaw thrives in well-drained sites and can even tolerate periods of drought once established; prized for its vivid red berries

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — from green in the growing season to yellow

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — They exhibit a glossy surface and take on a stunning variety of colors through the seasons; and create eye-catching focal points in

Possumhaw (Ilex Decidua) — shrub with white blooms

Ilex Decidua

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