Ilex x attenuata Savannah

Savannah Holly

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Evergreen holly hybrid with glossy, spine-less leaves. Produces red berries on female plants. Excellent for hedges and resilient landscaping.
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Plant Details

Common Name Savannah Holly
Family Aquifoliaceae
Genus Ilex
Species X Attenuata
Variety Savannah
Origin USA (Georgia/Florida hybrid)
Blooming Foliage plant, small white flowers in late spring followed by red berries on female plants.
Leaf Color Glossy dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loam, slightly acidic to neutral. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.

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Watering

Water regularly when established young; drought tolerant once mature. Reduce in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best growth; partial shade tolerated but reduces berry production.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering or late winter to maintain shape; tolerates heavy pruning.

Pest Control Aphid Bagworm Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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