Holly, Gem Box Inkberry Holly
A great alternative to boxwood! This cool new dwarf, broadleaf evergreen looks more like a boxwood than an inkberry. A dense, ball-shaped plant, Gem Box ilex has small, dainty, dark green leaves with attractive red tips during the spring flush.Â
Growing Tips:
- Prefers moist acidic soils.
- Good shade tolerance.
- Prune to shape in late winter.
- Apply an evergreen fertilizer in spring.
Color:Â Green Shades
Height:Â 24-36 Inches
Spread:Â 24-36 Inches
Spacing:Â 24-36 in
Zone:Â 5-9
Exposure: Partial shade
