Foster's Holly

About this plant

Elevate your landscape with the timeless charm of Foster's Holly, a distinguished evergreen prized for its upright, pyramidal form and refined appearance. This exceptional hybrid boasts glossy, dark green leaves that maintain their vibrant color through every season, providing a sophisticated backdrop for other garden elements. Beginning in fall and lasting through winter, Foster's Holly truly shines, adorned with an abundance of bright red berries that are a magnet for winter birds and a stunning contrast to its rich foliage. Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens, formal hedges, or as a striking specimen plant, adding structural beauty and a touch of classic elegance to any design. Adaptable and remarkably hardy, Foster's Holly thrives with minimal care once established, resisting common pests and diseases. Its dependable performance and enduring beauty make it a cornerstone for resilient, four-season landscapes.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Foster's Holly is remarkably low-maintenance. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and maintain size, removing any dead or damaged branches. Fertilize sparingly in early spring with a balanced, slow-release evergreen fertilizer if growth seems slow. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.