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Carissa Holly
Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'
Size
Height - 4 feet
Width - 5 feet
Plant Type
Evergreen
Adapted shrub
Close up view
Full plant view
Sun
Full sun to part shade
Other common names
Carissa Chinese Holly
Save Water Medium water required
More Color Beautiful shiny green foliage year-round
Attract Wildlife Is a dense, evergreen shelter for wildlife
Reduce Maintenance Little pruning needed to maintain shape
Texas Tough Waxy leaves help prevent water loss
Interesting Facts
Grows in a compact globe shape, so little pruning is needed. The plant's glossy leaves have a single point at the end, whereas other holly varieties have several points per leaf.
Carissa Holly in Frisco
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