Ilex glabra 'Shamrock' / INKBERRY HOLLY

Ilex glabra 'Shamrock,' commonly known as Inkberry Holly, is an attractive evergreen shrub that features dense, dark green, glossy foliage, making it a standout in the garden year-round. This cultivar is particularly valued for its compact, rounded form, making it an excellent choice for low hedges, foundation plantings, or as a container plant. Unlike many hollies, 'Shamrock' has a more refined, uniform shape and is known for its resilience in various soil conditions, thriving in moist, acidic, and well-drained soils. It also performs well in both full sun and partial shade, offering versatility for different garden environments. Though it does not produce berries on its own, when paired with a male Inkberry Holly, 'Shamrock' will produce the characteristic black berries in the fall, providing visual interest and attracting birds.

·         ORIGIN - NC Native cv.

·         EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun

·         FLOWER COLOR - creamy yellow

·         HEIGHT - 3-5 ft

·         HABIT - evergreen

·         MOISTURE - moist/well drained

·          HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9

3 Gallon pot