San Jose American holly
Ilex opaca 'San Jose'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size20 to 25 feet tall12 to 15 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Greenish-white
Garden uses
Notes
'San Jose' American holly (Ilex opaca 'San Jose') is a tree for a hedge. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. It stays evergreen all year and grows 20 to 25 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet wide. Fragrant, greenish-white flowers open in late spring.
Pairs well with Fountain grass, Daffodil, and Peony.