It may seem odd to plant such an "up-North plant" in a subtropical landscape. But these naturally beautiful trees mix surprisingly well with the tropical foliage and bright flowers of South Florida. Hollies can be shrubby or tree like, shaped for a manicured appearance into teardrops, lollipops or even small shade trees. Or they can be left to grow naturally unclipped holly trees often have an attractive weepy look with full-to-the-ground foliage.