Scientific Name: Ilex ‘Savannah’
Type of Plant: Tree
Description: Fast growing broadleaf evergreen pyramidal shaped tree that yields an abundance of red berries. Leaves are glossy, light green and variably spiny.
Height: 20’
Width: 15′
Blooming: Spring
Fruit: Red berries
Climate Requirements: Heat tolerant, cold tolerant and drought tolerant
once established. Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Care Requirements: Low maintenance with occasional pruning to maintain pyramidal shape. Leaves sometimes turn yellow due to weight of berries, simply fertilize.
Special Needs: None
Special Uses/Attributes: Makes a very attractive screen or hedge or solo as an accent tree.
Florida Native: Yes
FYI: Berries attract birds in late winter.