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Zone 5 | jzs added on March 18, 2012 | Answered

Should the dead seed pods be cut off, and if so, when? How do you tell a male holly from a female?

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Heather
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Answered on March 18, 2012

You can cut the pods off at any time. It will not harm the plant. Normal pruning is done in in early spring.

This article will help with male and female hollies:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-a-male-and-female-holly-bush.htm

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