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- Q.Dahoon Holly Or Eagleston Holly - Hi - I'm going to be receiving a Dahoon Holly similar to the two large trees in the picture. Seems ...
- Q.Do I Remove Remaining Holly Berries On Bushes Before Pollination Season? - the birds usually eat them but haven't this year
- Q.Might Age Affect The ‘evergreen-ness’ Of My Holly Tree ? - I've a holly tree in my garden. It's as tall as the house (1930 semi) and~foot in diameter. Each year ...
- Q.Holly Berries - Our holly berries were not eaten this year as they have been visited by a flock of birds each winter ...
- Q.Growth On Holly Bushes - We planted Royal Family Holly bushes last summer and now see a growth on them which we feel is a ...
- Q.I Have A Question About Two Holly Bushes - The leaves have fallen off. I thought the Bush was dead but when I bend the branches, they are green ...
- Q.Black On New Growth Of Holly Bushes. What Is My Problem And How Do I Solve It. - Just started doing this.
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February 15, 2021Q.Dahoon Holly Or Eagleston Holly
Hi - I'm going to be receiving a Dahoon Holly similar to the two large trees in the picture. Seems substantial and full in relation to the houses. Would you have an opinion whether an Eagleston Holly would be less substantial and full looking for these type of properties, or about the same?
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
February 16, 2021
Certified ExpertA.The Eagleston holly is a hybrid of the Dahoon. It can grow up to 25 feet and has a pyramid shape. The Eagleston may be less prone to problems and may be a hardier variety. As far as size goes, it seems that they are generally similar in height and breadth.
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
February 15, 2021Q.Do I Remove Remaining Holly Berries On Bushes Before Pollination Season?
the birds usually eat them but haven't this year
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
February 16, 2021
Certified ExpertA.You don't need to, but pruning will tidy them up.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/growing-holly-bushes.htm
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February 19, 2021Q.Might Age Affect The ‘evergreen-ness’ Of My Holly Tree ?
I've a holly tree in my garden. It's as tall as the house (1930 semi) and~foot in diameter. Each year fewer and fewer leaves seem to stay through the winter and the odd ones that try don't look very happy! Holly is slow growing I think so I'm guessing it is a old tree.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
February 20, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Hollies are generally hardy so check yours for insects and disease. Environmental problems also can affect them. Here are some references that should help pinpoint the problem. Pruning can also increase vigor.
https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/holly-diseases-insect-pests/
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Anonymous on
March 16, 2021Q.Holly Berries
Our holly berries were not eaten this year as they have been visited by a flock of birds each winter past. What will happen if berries are not eaten? Thanks
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
March 16, 2021
Certified ExpertA.They will eventually drop off. Since they are poisonous, you may want to clip off the ones you can reach so unsuspecting pets or kids don't pick them up.
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April 9, 2021Q.Growth On Holly Bushes
We planted Royal Family Holly bushes last summer and now see a growth on them which we feel is a problem. Can you identify what this is and the solution?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 10, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Hollies are normally evergreen, so I believe those are leaf buds getting ready to bloom. Your plant may have been drought stressed and dropped leaves. Be sure to give it adequate irrigation.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/growing-holly-bushes.htm
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April 12, 2021Q.I Have A Question About Two Holly Bushes
The leaves have fallen off. I thought the Bush was dead but when I bend the branches, they are green inside. Should I cut it down to where the branch is still alive?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 12, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Your holly may be perfectly fine! Read this article and you may be relieved:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-leaf-loss-in-spring.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
April 18, 2021Q.Black On New Growth Of Holly Bushes. What Is My Problem And How Do I Solve It.
Just started doing this.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 18, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Here are a couple articles that I think will be helpful:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-problems-holly-leaf-spot-or-holly-tar-spot.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/diseases-of-holly-bushes-pests-and-diseases-damaging-holly-bushes.htmWas this answer useful?00
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