Holly is native to North America. It is distributed in the United States, Canada and France, and is widely cultivated in Europe and the United States. Every spring and summer, when the North American holly blooms in October, the fruit will slowly turn red and the leaves will gradually drop.

But the fruit can hang on the tree until around May next year, when it re-blooms and bears fruit. Do you love these red fruits? Come see how to take care of them.

1. Soil

North American holly needs to choose a suitable soil when curing, suitable for growing in loose, fertile, well-drained sandy soil. During the cultivation of North American holly, the soil can be prepared by mixing garden soil, humus soil and sandy soil. Use after sterilization and disinfection, and change the potting soil every 1-2 years.

2. Sufficient light

Holly is a very light-loving plant. Adequate light is required during the growing season. It should be placed in a place with better light for maintenance. It should not be in a place that is too dark and lacks light.

If it is cultivated in pots, it is recommended to put it in a better place for maintenance, which can make the fruit quality of North American holly better and the plant healthier.

3. Reasonable moisture

North American holly likes to be moist. During maintenance, pay attention to watering. Usually, watering is based on the principle of seeing wet and dry. Keep the soil slightly moist rather than dry. Water well after the soil dries.

4. Fertilize correctly

During the growth period of North American holly, reasonable fertilization is required and nutrients are supplemented in time. In winter, the growth is slow and not much nutrients are needed, so fertilization can be suspended at this time.

North American holly is placed indoors, and ventilation will be poor. Pay attention to opening windows frequently to maintain air circulation, which is conducive to growth and avoids the breeding of pests and diseases.

If the branches and leaves turn yellow, they should be cut off in time and cultivated normally.

North American holly is a very hardy plant that grows well even in the northern tens of degrees below zero.

This is a fruity ornamental that can hang for at least 200 days. In winter, raising a beautiful North American holly bonsai, looking at the red fruit, can make people feel a festive mood from the bottom of their hearts.

Have you ever cared for North American holly? Come and exchange and learn how to breed better.