Dahoon Holly (Ilex Cassine)

🌿 Zone 7–11 | Native Evergreen Tree | Wildlife Friendly | Year-Round Interest Native Evergreen Beauty Enhance your landscape with the natural elegance of the Dahoon Holly, a southeastern native evergreen tree prized for its glossy foliage, graceful form, and seasonal berry display. This adaptable holly brings year-round structure, color, and wildlife value to any landscape. In fall and winter, it produces bright red berries that stand out beautifully against deep green leaves, creating a striking seasonal contrast while supporting local wildlife. 🌟 Why You’ll Love Dahoon Holly 🌿 Evergreen Year-Round Beauty Glossy dark green foliage provides consistent color and structure in all seasons. 🍒 Winter Berry Display Bright red berries add seasonal interest and feed native birds throughout cooler months. 🦋 Wildlife Friendly Excellent habitat and food source for birds and beneficial wildlife. 🌳 Versatile Landscape Tree Perfect for hedges, privacy screens, specimen plantings, or naturalized areas. 🌱 Growing Information USDA Zones: 7–11 ☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade 🌿 Soil & Site Preferences Prefers wet, acidic, well-drained soils Naturally thrives in low, moist areas and coastal landscapes Adaptable once established in a range of soil conditions 🌱 Care & Maintenance Water regularly during establishment Once mature, moderately drought tolerant Minimal pruning required—can be shaped for hedges or structure Apply mulch to retain moisture and support root health 🌿 Why Add Dahoon Holly? A perfect combination of beauty, resilience, and ecological value, Dahoon Holly is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable native evergreen that supports wildlife year-round. 📄 View PDF Handout