| Botanical Name | Ilex x attenuata 'Savannah' |
| Description | A stunning specimen or screening tree for Southeast Texas. 'Savannah' is prized for its loose pyramidal form and massive berry production. While it is adaptable to many soil types, it prefers slightly acidic, well-drained conditions. In heavy Houston clay, ensure it is planted slightly above grade to avoid waterlogged roots and provide the best start. |
| Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Height x Width | 15-30 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; requires consistent watering during the establishment phase and supplemental irrigation during the intense dry periods of Houston summers. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply an acidic, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to maintain deep green foliage and support berry development. |
| Pruning | Naturally grows in a tidy pyramidal shape; prune only to remove dead wood or to maintain a specific height and width. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Ilex x attenuata 'Savannah' |
| Description | A stunning specimen or screening tree for Southeast Texas. 'Savannah' is prized for its loose pyramidal form and massive berry production. While it is adaptable to many soil types, it prefers slightly acidic, well-drained conditions. In heavy Houston clay, ensure it is planted slightly above grade to avoid waterlogged roots and provide the best start. |
| Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Height x Width | 15-30 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; requires consistent watering during the establishment phase and supplemental irrigation during the intense dry periods of Houston summers. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply an acidic, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to maintain deep green foliage and support berry development. |
| Pruning | Naturally grows in a tidy pyramidal shape; prune only to remove dead wood or to maintain a specific height and width. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |