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RedCrocus Densa Inkberry Holly Ilex glabra- Evergreen Shrub for Gardens, Foundation Planting & Hedges, Deer-Resistant, Pet-Friendly, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance 3 Gallon

RedCrocus Densa Inkberry Holly Ilex glabra- Evergreen Shrub for Gardens, Foundation Planting & Hedges, Deer-Resistant, Pet-Friendly, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance 3 Gallon

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SKU:nse0927-redcrocus

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Densa' Inkberry Holly Ilex glabra 'Densa'

Description

This compact evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage and is prized for its low-maintenance nature. It thrives in a variety of soils and offers year-round visual interest, making it ideal for small hedges, foundation plantings, or ornamental accents.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for foundation plantings, privacy hedges, rock gardens, or as an accent plant in landscape designs. Its tolerance for challenging conditions makes it suitable for low-maintenance gardens and urban landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Densa' Inkberry Holly Ilex glabra 'Densa'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Densa' Inkberry Holly
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically 2-4 feet tall and wide, slow to moderate growth
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Summer (June to August)
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: None
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Ferns, Ornamental Grasses, Shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Preferably in spring or fall; plant in well-draining soil
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogged conditions
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, well-drained
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Average humidity preferred
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch around base in cold regions; protect from harsh winds
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: About the same depth as in nursery container
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Minimal; prefers consistent moisture and periodic pruning to shape
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