Ilex cornuta 'Carissa' - Carissa Holly

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Ilex cornuta 'Carissa' is a compact, versatile and resilient shrub that makes a striking addition to any landscape. Often reaching 3-4 feet in height and width, but capable of growing up to 6 feet in ideal conditions, the Carissa Holly's lush, dark green leaves with spiny edges provide an impressive year-round display. This sturdy plant's dense, mounding growth pattern is further complemented by clusters of petite, white flowers that add subtle elegance in spring, and surprising dashes of red from berry clusters that emerge later on. Remarkably low-maintenance and drought-resistant once established, the Carissa Holly thrives in a wide range of soil types and can handle full sun to partial shade exposure with ease. This stunning, multifaceted plant serves as a perfect option for creating a formal border, accentuating an existing garden design, or providing a robust, low hedge. Discover the refined yet hardy beauty of Ilex cornuta 'Carissa' for your landscape today.