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Ilex opaca 'Canary'

Family Aquifoliaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 4.5 - 9 m (15 - 30 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This broadleaf evergreen has greyish green foliage that is evergreen. The fruit produced by Ilex opaca 'Canary' (American holly) is showy and dark coral.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ilex opaca 'Canary' . In the winter, Ilex opaca 'Canary' provides winter interest.