Ilex Carissa 3G

'Helleri' Holly is an evergreen compact shrub with glossy leaves with a delicate yellow/white edge.  Struggling to keep your plants alive in the summer heat? Buying a Carissa Holly is the perfect solution! This resilient shrub thrives in warm climates, offering exceptional drought and heat tolerance Being a slow-moderate grower and low maintenance, 'Helleri' is perfect for foundation plantings, border or bed.  Offered at Cross Creek Nursery in 3 gallon containers.

Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'

Height: 3-4 feet

Spread: 4-6 feet

Bloom Time: Spring with white fragrant blooms.  Red berries in fall.

Special Features:  Deer resistant. Cold hardy.  Attracts pollinators.  It features an abundance of wonderful red berries in late fall.

Uses in the Landscape:  Borders, containers, specimen or foundation planting.

Care Tips: Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed.