EMERALD COLONNADE HOLLY

ight: ☀️ Thrives in full sun to partial shade. For the best foliage color and growth, provide at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water: 💧 Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant. Ensure the soil is well-drained, but don’t let it dry out completely.

Soil: 🌱 Prefers well-draining, acidic soil. It can tolerate a range of soils, but it thrives in slightly acidic conditions.

Temperature: 🌡️ Tolerates a range of temperatures and is hardy in USDA zones 5–9. It is cold-tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -10°F (-23°C) once established.

Humidity: 💦 Tolerates average humidity levels. It can adapt to dry conditions, making it ideal for low-humidity areas as well.

Fertilizer: 🌼 Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth. Avoid excessive fertilizing, as this can lead to weak growth.

Pruning: ✂️ Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead or damaged branches, and shape the plant to maintain a tidy, columnar form.

Growth Habit: 🌿 A narrow, columnar evergreen shrub that grows up to 8–10 feet tall and only 2–3 feet wide. It has dark green, glossy leaves and bright red berries in the fall and winter, making it perfect for hedges or as a specimen plant in smaller spaces.