10g Needlepoint Holly

Ilex cornuta 'Needlepoint'

Grows 10' ht 12' sp 

Dense rounded shrub or small tree

'Needlepoint' is hardy holly with lustrous, dark green, spiny leaves. It produces red or yellow berries which remain throughout the winter. Use it as a foundation, hedge, border, or screen. Thrives in moist well-drained soil.

Photo Credit: Fast Growing Trees and East Coast Garden Center

3g Carissa Holly

Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'

Grows 3-4' ht & sp

The Carissa Holly has dense foliage with leathery dark olive-green leaves that have one spine at the tip. New growth is burgundy red. It is a slow-growing compact, rounded shrub. Use it as a foundation, hedge, border, or screen. Thrives in moist well-drained soil.

Photo Credit:  NC State Extension

3g Dwarf Burford Holly

Ilex cornuta 'Burfordii Nana'

Grows 4-6' ht & sp 

The Dwarf Burford Holly is drought-tolerant and easy to grow once established. It has dark green glossy leaves with spines along the margin. Use it as a foundation, hedge, or border. Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Photo Credit: South Florida Plant Guide