- USDA zones 7-9
- Height: 10 to 15 feet
- Spread: 5 to 10 feet
Needlepoint Holly – Ilex cornuta ‘Needlepoint’ – is an evergreen shrub with an incredible upright habit. Delicate twirling leaves end in a single spine, preventing deer and other animals from feeding on it. As an evergreen, it is spectacular in any season, but in the spring, delicate white flowers bloom that become beautiful red berries in the winter. Heat and drought tolerant, this shrub is low maintenance while providing an aspect of elegance to your landscape.
Needlepoint Holly Care
Plant Needlepoint Holly in soil with good drainage. Amendments to make the soil more acidic can be included. Mulch and water well until established. Pruning is not necessary, but if desired, can be pruned in the winter.
Needlepoint Holly Spacing
For an informal hedge, space plants at least 12 feet apart on center. For a formal, manicured hedge, space shrubs 8 feet apart center-to-center.
Needlepoint Chinese Holly Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-9 |
Flower Color(s): White |
Bloom Period: Spring |
Foliage Color(s): Dark Green |
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
Height: 10-15 Feet |
Spread: 10-12 Feet |
Habit: Rounded |
Watering: Medium |
Features: Easy Care Shrub |
Scientific Name: Ilex cornuta 'Needlepoint' |
Common Name: Needlepoint Chinese Holly |
- SKU:
- NEDPTHOL
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.