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Shamrock Inkberry Holly-Compact Evergreen for Gardens 15/18" h 3 Gallon

Shamrock Inkberry Holly-Compact Evergreen for Gardens 15/18" h 3 Gallon

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Ilex glabra 'Shamrock' Information Page
Ilex glabra 'Shamrock' - Plant Catalog

Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'

Description

Ilex glabra 'Shamrock', commonly known as Shamrock Inkberry Holly, is a compact, evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit. It features glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers in spring, followed by black berries in fall. This plant is ideal for adding year-round interest to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Shamrock Inkberry Holly is perfect for foundation plantings, hedges, and mixed borders. It can also be used in naturalized areas and is suitable for container gardening.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'
  • Common Name Common Name: Shamrock Inkberry Holly
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Berries may be toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall for best results
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for signs of chlorosis in alkaline soils
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