RedCrocus Castle Spire Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae Evergreen Shrub, Pet & Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance, Attractive Winter Interest 4/5' h B&B

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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 durable, evergreen shrub featuring dense, spiny foliage with vibrant blue-green leaves. It exhibits a upright pyramidal growth habit and produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring, followed by bright red berries in fall and winter, making it an excellent specimen for winter interest. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedge screens, foundation plantings, and decorative accents in landscape designs. Its year-round foliage provides privacy, while berries attract birds and wildlife. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Castle Spire' Common Name: Castle Spire' Meserve Holly Size & Growth: 8-10 ft tall, 3-4 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growth Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, yews, and other evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and at same depth. Water thoroughly after planting. Soil Moisture: Well-drained, moist soil Soil Type: Acid to neutral pH, loamy or sandy Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones; hardy to zone 6 Planting Depth: Same as container or root ball height Fertilization: Apply balanced shrub fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Protect from strong winds and harsh winter conditions for optimal health Show more