American Holly

American Holly is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow American Holly →

Benefits of Growing American Holly →

Common American Holly Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for American Holly →

American 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.

American Holly Water Frequency →

American Holly Root Rot →

American 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 🏡.

American Holly Light Requirements →

American Holly Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

American Holly is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is American Holly Edible? →

American Holly Toxicity to Cats →

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American Holly Toxicity to Humans →

American 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 American Holly →

Best Pots for American Holly →

When and How to Successfully Repot American Holly →

What Are Healthy American Holly Roots →

American 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 American Holly →

American Holly will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

American Holly Lifecycle →

American Holly Size Guide →

How and When to Prune American Holly →

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

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How to Plant American Holly →

Where to Plant American Holly →

Winter Care for American Holly →

Best Companion Plants for American Holly →

Is American Holly a Weed? →

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 American 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.

• Common Bugs Affecting American Holly →

What Eats American Holly? →

• Drooping American Holly Leaves →
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• Black Spots on American Holly →
• Brown Spots on American Holly →
• American Holly Leaves Falling Over →
• American Holly Leaves Curling →
• American Holly Yellow Leaves →
• American Holly Root Rot →
• Why Is My American Holly Wilting? →