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Castle Spire' Meserve Holly 3/4' h 10 Gallon

Castle Spire' Meserve Holly 3/4' h 10 Gallon

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Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire'

Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire'

Description

The 'Castle Spire' Meserve Holly is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its upright, pyramidal shape and glossy, dark green leaves. It produces bright red berries in the fall, adding a splash of color to the winter landscape. This plant is perfect for adding structure and interest to gardens year-round.

Suggested Uses

This holly is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in hedges, or as a foundation plant. Its dense foliage makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens. The berries provide food for birds, making it a great addition to wildlife gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Castle Spire' Meserve Holly
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches up to 8-10 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-7
  • 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, attracts bees
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Berries are toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes, foliage can be used in arrangements
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and other acid-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants 3-4 feet apart
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in the first year
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the root ball
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent leaf burn
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