Holly, Inkberry Shamrock #3
Inkberry Shamrock Holly
Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'
Height: Typically 3–4 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
Spread: Approximately 3–4 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 3–4 feet apart for a uniform, dense display
Growth Rate: Slow
Description
Inkberry Shamrock Holly adds a striking, modern accent to your landscape with its compact, evergreen form and uniquely textured, shamrock-shaped foliage. Its glossy, dark green leaves create a neat, dense shrub ideally scaled for Michigan’s cooler conditions. In spring, subtle white blooms emerge, and as the season shifts to fall and winter, the plant produces small, nearly black ornamental berries that provide a captivating contrast. Perfect for low hedges, borders, or container plantings, this holly is highly deer resistant and requires minimal upkeep, making it a reliable choice for year‐round appeal.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish a deep root system; once established, needs little additional watering except during extended dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature
- Pruning: Remove only dead or unruly branches in early spring to maintain its tidy form
- Pollination: To produce ornamental berries (on female plants), plant a compatible male pollinator nearby (one male for every 3–5 females)
Transform your landscape with the refined beauty of Inkberry Shamrock Holly—a low-maintenance, evergreen showstopper that brings enduring structure and year‐round interest.
