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Monarch™ Holly Care
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Sunlight Plant your Holly in an area with full to partial sun - at least 4 hours of sunlight daily.
Watering Water weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Water when the soil is dry 2-3 inches down.
Fertilizing Fertilization isn't required for your Holly, but you can apply an evergreen fertilizer in the spring as needed.
Holly Plant Provides Year-Round Beauty & Elegance
Elevate your garden aesthetics with the exquisite Monarch™ Holly! Renowned for its timeless elegance, this evergreen beauty boasts glossy, dark green leaves that remain vibrant throughout the seasons.
As a versatile shrub, our Monarch™ Holly adapts well to various garden styles and sizes. Its compact and upright form makes it an ideal choice for borders, hedges, or even as a standalone specimen. The dense foliage not only provides year-round visual interest but also serves as an excellent backdrop for other garden plants.
Come winter, this holly plant truly shines with clusters of bright red berries adorning its branches. The best part? Whether you're a seasoned gardener or not, the Monarch™ Holly's low-maintenance nature and resistance to pests make it a hassle-free addition to your outdoor landscape.
Bring a touch of classic charm to your garden with Monarch™ Holly—hurry and grow yours today!
Pollination Info
Monarch™ Holly Pollination
We carry male and female hollies at our nursery, and you will need both to produce berries on the female plant. However, hollies are hard to tell apart when they are not fruiting, and we can’t guarantee whether you will receive a male or female. For best results, we suggest planting in groups to enjoy berries on the female plants and lush greenery on both year-round.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Dig a hole that is one and a half times wider than the dimensions of the plant's container. Then, position the plant in the hole to ensure the top of the root ball aligns with the surrounding ground level and fill the hole with soil.
Water generously and apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weed growth.
2. Watering: This plant will require more water at first to establish a healthy root system.
3. Fertilizing: Each year, in early spring, fertilize your Monarch™ Holly with a slow-release fertilizer for an acid-loving shrub (like our Holly-Tone Fertilizer).
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Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 15-20 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 8-12 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Botanical Name: | Ilex ‘Monarch Holly’ |
| Does Not Ship To: | AZ,OR |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 6-9 outdoors |
| Your Growing Zone: | # |
