Ilex Helleri 3G

Holly Helleri 3G

A dense evergreen dwarf shrub that produces black berries in the fall. This moderate grower grows to 4 feet high and wide.  Plant in full sun to part shade.  Plant in well draining soil.

Ilex Needlepoint 3G

Dark green foliage, red berries

Holly Needlepoint 3G

A dense evergreen shrub with dark green foliage producing ornamental red berries in the fall.  Can grow up to 10-15 ft. tall, 10-12 ft. wide.  A great shrub for hedges or mass plantings.  Plant in full sun, in well draining soil.

Ilex Oakland 15G

Dense pyramidal evergreen.

Oakland Holly 15G

A striking evergreen tree with its dense, pyramidal shape.  Red berries emerge in fall, lasting through winter.  Slow growing up to 15-20′ tall and 12-15′ wide.  Plant in full sun to part shade in well draining soil.

Ilex Carissa 3G

Holly Carrissa 3G

Compact evergreen is drought and heat tolerant, once established.  Excellent as a low hedge or in mass plantings.  Grows up to 4′ tall and 5′ wide.  Plant in full sun in well draining soil.

Ilex Steeds 3G

dark green foliage, red berries

Holly Steeds 3G

An upright, pyramidal shrub, this evergreen has dense, dark green foliage.  Produces red ornamental berries in the fall.  Grows up to 8’tall and 6′ wide.  Plant in full sun in well draining soil.  An excellent choice for a hedge, border or mass planting.

Ilex Sky Pencil 3G

Holly Sky Pencil 3G

Growing in an upright column, this evergreen is an ideal choice for decks, patios, or entryways.  Grows up to 8′ tall and 3′ wide.  Plant in full sun in well draining soil.

Ilex Sky Pencil 7G

Holly Sky Pencil 7G

Unique columnar growth habit, will grow to over 6’ over time. Good landscape choice for matched pair at entrance, as a hedge in a very narrow space, or foundation accent shrub. Moderate growth, full sun to some shade, water twice a week first growing season

Hollies: Variety and Care

Evergreen Hollies Botanical Name: Ilex Crenata This is a species of plant in the family Aquifoliaceae, native to eastern China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. It is an evergreen shrub used primarly for planting around the foundation of homes. Blue Maid Size: 8-10′ T x 6-8′ W Care: Full Sun/Part Sun Blue Prince Size: 8-10′ T … Read more

Building a Garden in 5 Steps

potted perennial plants arranged on the ground to visualize the completed garden

There are no rules for garden design; they can be as simple as a meadow of scattered wildflowers or as complex as a formal French garden. Here are 5 simple steps to getting your garden started.

To Prune or Not to Prune

Gardeners everywhere are eager for the threat of frost to pass, excitedly dreaming about the spring and summer sunshine that makes their gardens come alive. Here his a breakdown to when to prune your plants.