Holly Bush: what to do with it?

[Stubbornhillfarm]

Stubborn, I wish we lived closer cuz I have a male Holly that is thriving and can't keep a female alive.

But I too had difficulty with the male in the beginning. I planted it in a treeline to fill in a bare spot. It must have had too much shade from the large ash trees and maples, so when we moved, I brought it with us. This house, I planted it in full sun, yet sheltered by a fence from strong winds. It has never looked healthier! It flowered this spring and has an abundance of new growth.

I'm glad to see that you seem to have found the solution to the problem, they are such lovely plants!

I truly think this is our problem. We sit almost on top of a hill and it is windy most of the time. In the winter, it is just too much! So we are going to make a cover this year and see what happens. It can't be any worse! Glad you found a solution for your male holly. I agree they really are the most beautiful deep green/blue.

 

[Stubbornhillfarm]

Looking better every day! Whoot!

 

[lesa]

Wow! That looks great! So shiny and healthy... I guess patience pays off!