Ilex opaca 'Carolina #2' ~ Carolina #2 American Holly purple-bloom Susy Dirr Camellia has large

Susy Dirr Camellia has large pink formal double flowers that bloom in fall attracts butterflies

Following the flowers are bean-like seed pods that mature in summer and can persist until winter

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Harvest Moon Echinacea has huge 5” fragrant flowers with downward arching golden yellow petals and a light orange center cones that bloom from late spring to late summer

Ilex opaca 'Carolina #2' ~ Carolina #2 American Holly purple-bloom Susy Dirr Camellia has largeCarolina #2 American Holly is a large native evergreen shrub with a narrow upright pyramidal habit known for its dark green color and heavy berry production. If pollinated, the clusters of inconspicuous creamy white flowers in spring give way to red fruits in fall which lasts through winter. Best density and fruit production in full sun and moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Southeast N. America; GA Native Height: 20' 40'