Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 6 – 9

Height: 25 – 30

Spread:

Habit: Loosely pyramidal

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

Flowers: cream to white

Fruit: large, fluorescent red berries

Landscape use: Good for barriers or as a specimen holly; not recommended for small spaces

History: Represents one of a group of interspecific hybrids; selected clones known as Foster #1 – 5 made by E.E. Foster of Bessemer, AL

Pests\Problems: Pests: scale; Problems: requires more nitrogen than other hollies due to heavy fruiting; leaf spot, canker, dieback

Significant Features: Heavy production of red berries; light green foliage which may yellow during berry production