{"product_id":"oakland-holly","title":"Oakland Holly Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Oakland® Holly from the Southern Living Plant Collection is perfect for adding some reliable structure to your landscape! This \u003cstrong\u003eevergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e grows in a naturally rigid, \u003cstrong\u003eupright structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. Additionally, its leaves are \u003cstrong\u003eoak-shaped and dark green, outlined with a light green edge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn late winter, the iconic festive \u003cstrong\u003ered berries\u003c\/strong\u003e characteristic of hollies appear, providing some fantastic seasonal interest. Additionally, \u003cstrong\u003ebirds \u003c\/strong\u003eenjoy these berries immensely, as well as the reliable shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree's refined growth habit requires \u003cstrong\u003eno pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the most \u003cstrong\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e varieties around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce achieving the appropriate height, this plant is ideal as a nearly impenetrable privacy screen. Just try and make it through this heavy-duty beauty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOakland Holly Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy from \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 6-9\u003c\/strong\u003e, down to -10°F when completely established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrows best in \u003cstrong\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Furthermore, provide at least 4-5 hours of sun daily to ensure that its foliage is dense and attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater 2-3 times per week during the first growing season. During its second season, water 1-2 times per week depending on the weather. Afterward, it only needs supplementary water during times of extreme heat and drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in slightly acidic soil for best results. If your soil is too alkaline, mix in some elemental sulfur to lower its pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize your tree with Holly-tone or another acidic plant fertilizer 2-3 times during the growing season, starting in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Companion Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attractive, reliable foliage of the Oakland is a dynamic background for many different plants. They look fantastic with some reblooming roses like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/its-a-breeze-groundcover-rose\"\u003eIt's A Breeze Groundcover Rose\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/red-double-knock-out-rose\"\u003eRed Double Knock Out Rose\u003c\/a\u003e, or reblooming azaleas such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/autumn-fire-encore-azalea\"\u003eAutumn Fire Encore Azalea\u003c\/a\u003e. It also pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/sunshine-ligustrum\"\u003eSunshine Ligustrum, \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/products\/orange-rocket-barberry\"\u003eOrange Rocket Barberry\u003c\/a\u003e, and most \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsbymail.com\/collections\/gardenias\"\u003eGardenias\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/Holly_Oakland_Close_Up_Foliage.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/Holly_Oakland_Landscape.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/Holly_Oakland_Landscape_3_1.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/Mixed_Landscape_of_Southern_Living_Plant_Collection_plants.jpg?v=1770664569\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/Holly_Oakland_Habit.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/oakland-holly-leaves.jpg?v=1770664569\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/oakland-holly-leaf.jpg?v=1770664569\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/oakland-holly-leaves-2.jpg?v=1770664206\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/1g-oakland-holly-dimensions.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/3G-Oakland-Holly-dimensions-1000.jpg?v=1759757658\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/oakland-holly-1000-2.5-quart.jpg?v=1770664568\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/7638\/0976\/files\/3G-Oakland-Holly-Clipped-1000.jpg?v=1770664628\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Living Plant Collection","offers":[{"title":"2.5 Quart","offer_id":48364849037557,"sku":"3022Q","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48364849070325,"sku":"30223","price":37.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8274\/2261\/files\/Holly_Oakland_1.jpg?v=1783165688","url":"https:\/\/nortrano.com\/products\/oakland-holly","provider":"nortrano","version":"1.0","type":"link"}