PLANT OF THE MONTH
Possumhaw Holly (source: www.growgreen.org)
Location: Bowden Point
Botanical Name: Ilex decidua
Texas Native: Edwards Plateau and Blackland Prarie
Plant Height: 12 - 20 ft
Plant Spread: 12 ft
Light: Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
Seasonal Interest: Fall/Winter
Color/Feature: Red berries
Water Needs: Medium; water thoroughly every 2-3 weeks if no significant rainfall.
Wildlife: Yes
Comments: Large multi-stemmed, shade-tolerant shrub; red berries on female plants attract birds in winter; tolerates poor drainage; similar to Yaupon Holly but loses its leaves in winter; prune for shape if needed.
Texas Native: Edwards Plateau and Blackland Prarie
Plant Height: 12 - 20 ft
Plant Spread: 12 ft
Light: Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
Seasonal Interest: Fall/Winter
Color/Feature: Red berries
Water Needs: Medium; water thoroughly every 2-3 weeks if no significant rainfall.
Wildlife: Yes
Comments: Large multi-stemmed, shade-tolerant shrub; red berries on female plants attract birds in winter; tolerates poor drainage; similar to Yaupon Holly but loses its leaves in winter; prune for shape if needed.
