W. M. Hawkins American holly
Ilex opaca 'W. M. Hawkins'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size6 to 12 inches tall3 to 9 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Conical
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Creamy white
- Soil types
- Loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'W. M. Hawkins' American holly (Ilex opaca 'W. M. Hawkins') is an evergreen tree for specimen planting, privacy screens, hedges, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, loamy or clay soil. Its fragrant, creamy white flowers attract butterflies, bees, and birds. It sits low on the menu for deer. This holly tolerates salt and grows at a slow pace.
Pairs well with Spicebush, Switchgrass, and Wild bergamot.