Holly

Holly is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Common Holly →

Benefits of Growing Common Holly →

Common Common Holly Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Common Holly →

Outdoor Care Guide for Common Holly →

Holly prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Common Holly Water Frequency →

Common Holly Root Rot →

Holly requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Common Holly Light Requirements →

Common Holly Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Holly is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Holly is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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Holly is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Common Holly →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Common Holly →

What Are Healthy Common Holly Roots →

Holly grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Common Holly →

Holly grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Common Holly Lifecycle →

Common Holly Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Common Holly →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Holly can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Common Holly Temperature Tolerance →

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Landscaping Ideas with Common Holly →

When to Plant Common Holly →

How to Plant Common Holly →

Where to Plant Common Holly →

Winter Care for Common Holly →

Best Companion Plants for Common Holly →

Is Common Holly a Weed? →

The seeds of Holly can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Common Holly →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Holly, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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