American Holly is the only native evergreen holly of the eastern United States, with spiny-margined leaves and bright red berries that persist through winter. It is a state tree of Delaware and one of the most important wildlife plants of the coastal plain. The berries are a critical winter food for cedar waxwings, mockingbirds, and hermit thrushes.
Best time to see a American Holly
The best time to see a American Holly is January–June, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 54,793 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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