RedCrocus Castle Spire Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae Evergreen Bush Compact Bushy Plant 3/4' h 10 Gallon

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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Castle Spire' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire' Description A compact, evergreen shrub featuring glossy, dark green foliage and vibrant red berries that persist through winter. This hardy holly cultivar is prized for its ornamental appeal and low maintenance requirements. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, privacy screens, and decorative accents in gardens or landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire' Common Name: Castle Spire' Meserve Holly Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 ft in height and width with a compact, bushy form Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Does not produce showy flowers; berries appear in fall/winter Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Birds and bees Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, berries are ornamental Grows Well With: Other evergreens, flowering shrubs, and colorful perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Space plants 2-3 ft apart for hedges. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during hot, dry periods Soil Type: Prefers moist, well-drained acidic to neutral soil Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size Winter Care: Protect roots with mulch in colder zones; generally frost hardy Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery or slightly deeper Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Avoid excessive pruning that may weaken the plant Show more