Holly 'Schilling's Dwarf' | 003 gal.
10" x 12"
Disclaimer: Please note that not all plants and trees are permitted in all residential areas. Homeowners are responsible for consulting their Homeowners Association (HOA) rules to ensure compliance before planting.
Schillingās Dwarf Holly is a compact, low growing and naturally mounding shrub. This evergreen has small, dark green leaves that have a reddish cast when they are young. Clusters of small white flowers appear on the plant each spring but they tend to not be very showy.
Schillingās Dwarf Holly grows well in sun or light shade and in dry or wet soils. Dwarf Schillingās can reach a height and width of 4 to 6 feet but are easily maintained at smaller sizes with infrequent pruning. Due to its slow growth rate, it may require a little patience to get it to the size you would like.
Schillingās Dwarf Holly is drought and salt tolerant, making it ideal for seaside plantings. It makes a great choice for low, formal hedges, foundation plantings or as a tall ground cover. Schillingās Dwarf low maintenance requirements make it an ideal choice for residential landscapes.
Mature Height:
2 to 3 feet
Mature Spread:
3 to 4 feet
Sun Preference:
Partial sun to partial shade
Soil Preference:
Sand, loam, clay, acidic, slightly alkaline, extended flooding
Drought Tolerance:
High
Salt Tolerance:
Moderate
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Origin:
Florida Native
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 10
Scientific Name
:
Ilex vomitoria 'Schilling's Dwarf'
Pollinator Friendly:
No
Features:
Low maintenance; Short shrub; Evergreen
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