Ilex decidua (Possumhaw Holly) Size:5 gal female disturbed sites

disturbed sites

such as hummingbirds

Can be used as a fertilizer too

red or purple whisker-like stamens that extend well beyond the petals

preferably in a spot where the soil will not be dry for extended periods

Ilex decidua (Possumhaw Holly) Size:5 gal female disturbed sitesLooking for winter interest? Possumhaw Holly is an attractive deciduous shrub or small tree that flourishes in the winter. The interest is created by bright red berries that persist on the bare branches of the female plants. After the leaves drop, the plant becomes a berry explosion that takes your breath away. It is a bird magnet from winter through early spring. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun, part sun Bloom color