Ilex opaca 'Christmas Carol' (American Holly)

Ilex opaca 'Christmas Carol', commonly known as American Holly, is a deciduous tree that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a cultivar of Ilex opaca, with a distinctive dark green, glossy, spiky foliage that provides year-round interest. 'Christmas Carol' produces bright red berries in the winter, adding color to the landscape. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach a height of 15-30 feet and a width of 10-20 feet.