Compact habit and glistening, bright green new foliage, this dwarf shrub makes an excellent hedge or border plant. Dense twiggy habit displays an abundance of black berries through winter. Slow growth, requires minimal pruning. Tolerant of wet sites. Excellent for foundation, hedges, masses and as an accent plant.. Botanical Name- Ilex glabra ‘Shamrock’ Pronunciation- EYE-leks GLAY-bruh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 5 ft Mature Height- 5 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, acidic soils Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Munchkin Oakleaf Hydrangea – compact forms, acidic soil Fauna Attracted- Bees (note: dioecious species need male/female), fruit-eating birds (especially in winter) Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C26 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in early spring to remove damaged or straggly branches. Requires consistently moist, acidic soil; mulch annually. Lightly fertilize in spring for healthy foliage. Trimming Instructions- Prune in early spring to encourage dense growth. Light shaping maintains a tidy outline for hedges. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with an acidic, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soils, ensure drainage and maintain soil acidity with peat. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Holly leaf miner, scale insects, tar spot
