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Growing Zones
Update: Castle Gold Blue Holly is know known as Pharos Gold Blue Holly. This shrub is bred by Proven Winners ColorChoice, and is a great evergreen shrub that has bright lime green foliage in the spring. The new growth is closer to yellow, which will grab everyone attention. It also has reliable red berries every fall.
Be sure to plant these with Castle Wall Blue Holly as a pollinator to ensure berries are produced. This shrub is very hardy and has beautiful foliage year round. It can also be planted in shady areas. These are great in mass planting and hedges for year round interest.
Ilex x meserveae 'David Carroll' Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-7 |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
| Exposure: Part Sun to Sun |
| Height: 5-6 Feet |
| Spread: 5-6 Feet |
| Spacing: 5-6 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Evergreen |
| Scientific Name: Ilex x meserveae 'David Carroll' USPP 26,926 |
| Common Name: Castle Gold Blue Holly |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
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.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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