Ilex g. Shamrock Inkberry #5

Shamrock Inkberry Holly
Ilex glabra ‘Shamrock’

A dependable, compact evergreen shrub with small, glossy dark green leaves that hold their color well through winter. ‘Shamrock’ forms a naturally dense, rounded shape with minimal pruning, making it a strong choice for foundation plantings, low hedges, and mass plantings where year-round structure is important. As a North American native, it adapts well to a range of garden conditions and is especially useful in landscapes with heavier or seasonally moist soils.

This inkberry performs best in full sun to part shade and slightly acidic soils, and it responds well to shaping if a more formal look is desired. Its tidy habit and clean foliage make it a great alternative to boxwood in areas where boxwood struggles.