{"product_id":"american-holly-50-seeds","title":"American Holly – 50 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe American Holly is a classic evergreen tree revered for its ornamental beauty and its significant role in holiday traditions. Known for its glossy, spiny green leaves and bright red berries, it is a beloved Christmas decoration, symbolizing joy and merrymaking. This medium-sized tree is an excellent choice for those looking to add a touch of timeless elegance and holiday cheer to their garden, providing vital shelter and food for winter wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ What you'll love\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic evergreen tree known for its ornamental beauty and holiday charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures glossy, spiny green leaves and bright red berries in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides vital shelter and food for birds and wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValuable white wood is used in furniture making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Seed details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Holly (Ilex opaca)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 50 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom Evergreen Tree, Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-50 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruiting usually begins after 4-7 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌱 Growing instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Holly seeds have a deep dormancy and require a long, multi-step process for successful germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1. Soak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. \u003cstrong\u003eBoth seeds that float and seeds that sink will be viable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2. Warm Stratification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place seeds in a moist medium (like sand or peat) in a plastic bag and keep warm (around 70-80°F) for 30-60 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3. Cold Stratification:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the warm period, move the seeds (still in the moist medium) to the refrigerator (35-40°F) for an additional 60 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e After stratification, sow seeds 3\/8 inch deep in a prepared seed bed. Tamp down the soil lightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the area consistently moist and mulch the seed bed. Be aware that germination can be sporadic and may occur over the course of a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Our seed packets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally designed and made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResealable for convenient, long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes full, detailed growing instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFREE SHIPPING on all orders of an amount equal to or greater than $35.00.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking is included with every order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52419149234469,"sku":"sku-41659936309385","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/5104\/0293\/files\/american-holly-50-seeds-packet-seed-therapy-2975130.png?v=1779479301","url":"https:\/\/world-safari-shops.myshopify.com\/products\/american-holly-50-seeds","provider":"World Safari Shops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}