Botanical Name
Ilex cassine (local female)
Common Name
Dahoon Holly
Wetland Status
FACW
Evergreen tree with a narrow growth habit of upward pointing branches, 20-30’ tall. 'St. Tammany' and 'Tchefuncte' are red-fruited female selections found near Covington, LA. 'Tensaw' was selected by Tom Dodd III for its rounded habit, wide green leaves and red berries. 'Tensaw' makes a very dense screen but doesn't get as tall as the species. Dahoon Holly is covered with bright red berries in winter; foliage and fruit are often used in Christmas decorations. This holly has a broad oval form that is clean and neat in appearance, and can be easily trimmed for narrow spaces. The linear leaves are yellow-green in color and contrast well against darker evergreens. Adaptable to most conditions from full sun to deep shade. Likes light sandy soil; native of swamps and boggy areas, can adapt to drier situations if watered during dry periods.
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20 gal local female |
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