Carissa Holly

Tags: Holly
Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'

An outstanding compact, dense foliage shrub with dark glossy green leaves that have one spine at the tip. Excellent for use as a low hedge, in containers or in mass plantings. Provides a lush green background for flowering plants. Evergreen.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Mature Size:
An easy to grow shrub reaching 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
7-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Spring
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.