{"product_id":"25-ilex-montana-seeds-mountain-holly-tree-seeds-for-planting","title":"25 Ilex Montana Seeds - Mountain Holly Tree Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eIlex montana, commonly known as mountain holly or mountain winterberry, is a deciduous holly native to the Appalachian region and eastern North America. Unlike evergreen hollies, it drops its leaves in fall, revealing bright red berries along the stems that stand out through the cooler months. The foliage is deep green and serrated, giving the shrub a clean, textured look during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMountain holly works well in woodland gardens, native plant landscapes, and mixed shrub borders. Its berries are valued by birds and other wildlife, and the plant can be grown as a multi-stemmed shrub or small understory tree. It is a useful choice for gardeners who want a native holly with seasonal interest and a natural, informal habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous holly with serrated green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces red berries that persist after leaf drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to eastern North American woodlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts birds and wildlife to the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a shrub or small understory tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ilex montana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub or small tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, multi-stemmed shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Ilex montana seeds indoors or in a protected outdoor area. Clean the seeds and sow them in a moist, well-drained seed-starting mix. Cold stratification is generally recommended for holly seeds, so a period of cool, moist conditions before sowing can help support germination. Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged, and provide bright light once seedlings emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots and grow them on before planting in the garden. Choose a site with moist, well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun. Water regularly during establishment, and mulch around the base to conserve moisture. Mountain holly is a native woodland plant, so it performs best in conditions that mimic its natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes 25 Ilex montana seeds for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862006825270,"sku":"FSG-104","price":11.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7673783837_np70.jpg?v=1793267643","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-ilex-montana-seeds-mountain-holly-tree-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}