Hollies

Ilex crenata 'Chesapeake'

The 'Chesapeake' holly has a dense, pyramidal growth habit and will reach 6-8' tall and 4-6' wide. Its leaves have a curved shape to them and are deep, glossy green. Clusters of black, ornamental berries will appear in the fall.

Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch'

The 'Soft Touch' is a compact, rounded variety that will reach 2-3' tall and wide. It is perfect for containers, low hedging and smaller garden spaces. New foliage emerges light green and ages to dark, rich green.

Ilex crenata 'Steeds'

The 'Steeds' holly is prized for its small, rounded foliage that is dark, glossy green. It is a dense, compact variety with an upright growth habit, reaching 6-8' tall and 3-4' wide. Produces black, ornamental berries that persist through winter.

Ilex glabra 'Densa'

The 'Densa' inkberry is a larger variety that will reach 8-10' tall and wide at maturity. It has a dense growth habit and can withstand full sun to part shade.

Ilex glabra 'Chamzin'

Nordic Inkberry. The 'Nordic' is a male variety that is used to pollinate female inkberry. It has a dense, rounded growth habit and will reach 3-4' tall and wide at maturity. Deep, green foliage keeps its luster through the seasons.

Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'

Shamrock Compact Inkberry. This compact form of the native inkberry has lustrous dark green leaves. It is a slow growing, evergreen shrub that will reach 3-4' tall and wide. Tolerates wet sites. Excellent for foundation planting and hedging.

Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy'

The 'Jim Dandy' is a male pollinator for early-flowering, female winterberry. It will not produce berries, but has rich-green foliage. It will reach 6-8' tall and wide. Plant one for ever five females in the area.

Ilex x 'Rutzan' PP14,750

The 'Red Beauty' is a dense variety that produces large clusters of vibrant, red berries in the fall that persist through the winter. It will reach 8-10' tall and 4-5' wide and is often used for hedging. Best berry production when planted with blue male hollies.