Ilex × attenuata 'Savannah' ~ Savannah Holly

Savannah Holly is an open pyramidal evergreen shrub with sparsely-spined light green leaves.   If pollinated, the inconspicuous female flowers give way to profuse amount so showy pea-sized red berries that can persist well into winter  Best planted in moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils.  Hollies are dioecious and need both male and female plants to produce fruit.   Type:  Shrub Origins: Natural Hybrid; GA Native Height:  10' - 20' Spread:  8’ - 15' Spacing:  8’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:   Fall, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.   Well-drained soils essential.   Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew.  Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plan