Foster Holly Plant: A Landscape Staple

The Foster Holly Plant, offered in a convenient quart pot, is an excellent choice for adding year-round interest to your garden. This 6-12 inch tall plant is ready to thrive in your landscape, providing lush evergreen foliage and vibrant red berries. Its adaptability and beauty make it a sought-after addition for any gardener.

This evergreen shrub is known for its glossy, linear leaves with spiny margins and showy white flowers in the spring. The blooms give way to brilliant red berries, attracting birds and adding visual appeal throughout the fall and winter. The Foster Holly typically reaches 15-25 feet in height with an 8-12 foot spread at full maturity, making it ideal for hedges, screens, or as a standalone specimen.

Benefits of Planting a Foster Holly:

• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage and bright red berries provide visual appeal in every season.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for hedges, screens, or as a specimen plant.
• Attracts Wildlife: The berries attract birds and other wildlife to your garden.
• Adaptable: Thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions.

This Holly Plant prefers well-drained soil and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. With medium watering needs and tolerance for both full sun and partial shade, the Foster Holly is relatively easy to care for. Planting instructions are included to ensure successful establishment and growth.

The Foster Holly is a great choice for adding structure and beauty to your landscape. Its evergreen foliage and vibrant berries provide year-round interest, while its adaptability and low maintenance requirements make it a perfect addition for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Frequently Asked Questions About Foster Holly Plants

1. How big will my Foster Holly get? At full maturity, a Foster Holly can reach a height of 15-25 feet and a spread of 8-12 feet.
2. What kind of sunlight does a Foster Holly need? Foster Hollies thrive in full sun to partial shade.
3. How often should I water my Foster Holly? Water your Foster Holly regularly, especially during dry periods. Aim for medium watering, ensuring the soil stays moist but not waterlogged.
4. When is the best time to plant a Foster Holly? The best time to plant is in the spring or fall to allow the roots to establish before extreme temperatures set in.
5. Are the berries on Foster Holly poisonous? While the berries are not highly poisonous, they can cause mild stomach upset if ingested, so it’s best to keep them away from children and pets.