Evergreen Shrubs (Non-Flowering) – Golden Oakland Holly

Botanical name: ‘Magland’ Oakland

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: can grow 15-20 ft in height and 10-15 ft in width

Hardy zone: zones 6-9

Foliage color: green, yellow, white

Growth rate: grows about 1 ft per year

Pruning instructions: trim and shape as desired in the late spring

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: makes a great colorful privacy hedge

Light needs: about 4-6 hours of sun per day

Special features: produces non-edible red berries

Watering instructions: allow soil to completely dry out between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize once a month during the plants growing season with holly-tone

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loamy

Companion plants: lobelia, begonias, coleus, geraniums

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if the skin is exposed to the foliage or if ingested

Invasive species: no