Ilex opaca 'Cave Hill' (American Holly)

Ilex opaca 'Cave Hill', commonly known as American Holly, is a medium to large evergreen tree featuring dense, lustrous green leaves with spiny margins. It is a cultivar of the species Ilex opaca, also known as American Holly. This holly tree produces inconspicuous white flowers in spring and is known for its bright red berries that persist through winter, providing a food source for birds. The 'Cave Hill' variety grows in an upright shape with a pyramidal crown and is commonly used as an ornamental tree in landscapes.