Pruning & Fertilizing of
Grace Hybrid American Hollies

Hollies like to be fertilized annually. A slow release fertilizer should be broadcasted over root zone in mid spring.

Grace Hybrid Hollies have been bread for strong structure and uniform branching to withstand the heavy snow loads of the northeast. Little or no pruning is necessary to develop plants like the 60-year-old "natural" specimens you will see if you visit Pride Nursery. However Grace Hybrid Hollies respond well to pruning or shearing. At Pride Nursery, you can view a 5-6' tall hedge of Grace Hybrid Hollies over 35 years old! Just remember shearing can reduce berry crop and avoid pruning summer-early fall because any growth encouraged that late may not mature enough to endure the winter without damage.