Ilex opaca 'Boyce Thompson' (Female American Holly)

Ilex opaca 'Boyce Thompson' is a female cultivar of the American Holly. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a dense, pyramidal form. The leaves are glossy dark green and have a spiny margin. In winter, the female tree produces bright red berries, adding interest to the landscape. It is a popular choice for hedges, screens, and specimen trees.