Carissa Chinese Holly

Ilex cornuta 'Carissa' The Carissa is a dense, compact addition that provides a nice dark green accent to any landscape. This dwarf is low maintenance and simple to grow. The Carissa does well under many conditions, from alkaline soil to poor soil and part shade to full sun. Makes a nice background for flowering plants.   *Deer Resistant*       Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, North Carolina Ornamental Characteristics Category Shrub Foliage Type Evergreen Height 3' - 4' Spread 4' - 6' Shape Rounded/Mounding Primary Foliage Color Green Seasonal Foliage Color Green Flowering Season Spring Flower Color Insignificant Environmental Characteristics Growth Rate Moderate Sun Preferences Sun to Partial Shade Water Preferences Average; Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage Cold Hardiness Zone 7  to 9