TREASURE TREES
#143 American Holly (Ilex opaca)
This big holly stands next to a shed in the backyard of a private home. The owner believes this tree and a massive beech were planted as "wedding trees" in front of an old farmhouse that used to sit on this land.
Statistics (2022)
- Circumference (In.): 102"
- Height (Ft.): 70'
- Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 39'
- Total Points: 182
More Information
- Nominated By: Robert and Doug Hanks
- Year Added: 2022
- Owned By: Robert and Doug Hanks
- Current condition: Good
- Neighborhood: Derita
- Property Type: Private home
- Nearest Address: Private address
- Ecological Value: The little red berries on holly trees are cherished among most of the animals in Charlotte’s ecosystems. Their thick, pointed leaves that remain year-round provide protective habitat for small animals.
- Nominated By: Robert and Doug Hanks
- Year Added: 2022
- Owned By: Robert and Doug Hanks
- Current condition: Good
- Neighborhood: Derita
- Property Type: Private home
- Nearest Address: Private address
- Ecological Value: The little red berries on holly trees are cherished among most of the animals in Charlotte’s ecosystems. Their thick, pointed leaves that remain year-round provide protective habitat for small animals.
