American holly

Ilex opaca 'Maryland Dwarf'

American holly (Ilex opaca 'Maryland Dwarf') is a compact, evergreen shrub with thick, glossy, dark green foliage. It produces beautiful white blossoms in the spring that bring forth a bounty of bright red berries in late fall. Maryland Dwarf holly grows slowly, topping out at about 4 feet in height and width. It is an ideal choice for smaller spaces, or to fill in gaps in a landscape. Its dense branching habit and lack of sharp spines make it quite drought and shade tolerant. The berries and foliage are quite attractive to birds, so it is a great addition to a wildlife-friendly landscape.