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Shamrock Inkberry
Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'
Pronunciation: I-leks GLAY-bruh
SKU #04507
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 5 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Selected for its compact habit and glistening, bright green new foliage, this dwarf female holly makes an excellent hedge or border plant. The dense twiggy habit displays an abundance of black berries through winter, accenting the evergreen foliage. Requires a male inkberry for berry set. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Peony (Paeonia); False Holly (Osmanthus); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe); Blueberry (Vaccinium) |
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable, tolerating low to high moisture, neutral to slightly acidic, light to heavy soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | Selected for its compact habit and glistening, bright green new foliage, this dwarf female holly makes an excellent hedge or border plant. The dense twiggy habit displays an abundance of black berries through winter, accenting the evergreen foliage. Requires a male inkberry for berry set. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Peony (Paeonia); False Holly (Osmanthus); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe); Blueberry (Vaccinium) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable, tolerating low to high moisture, neutral to slightly acidic, light to heavy soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shamrock Inkberry produce flowers?
Inconspicuous
Is Shamrock Inkberry evergreen or deciduous?
Shamrock Inkberry is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Shamrock Inkberry?
Shamrock Inkberry is Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Shamrock Inkberry resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Shamrock Inkberry grow?
Shamrock Inkberry has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Shamrock Inkberry in my landscape?
Shamrock Inkberry is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color is the foliage of Shamrock Inkberry?
Shamrock Inkberry has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Shamrock Inkberry?
Good companion plants for Shamrock Inkberry include: Peony (Paeonia); False Holly (Osmanthus); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe); Blueberry (Vaccinium).
How do I care for Shamrock Inkberry?
Very adaptable, tolerating low to high moisture, neutral to slightly acidic, light to heavy soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.