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Ilex glabra 'Shamrock'
Choose Shamrock Inkberry Holly if you want a tidy evergreen hedge or foundation shrub with softer texture than Japanese holly; the tradeoff is it is not showy and needs pruning for a crisp formal edge.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | It gives a clean evergreen backdrop, but the look is restrained rather than colorful. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It fills in at a steady pace, but it is not the shortcut for quick screening. |
| Maintenance | B+ | It takes pruning well and holds a dense shape, though formal hedges need regular trimming. |
| Deer Resistance | B | Inkberry is a native holly deer usually pass over, though hungry deer may still sample it. |
| Small Space Fit | B+ | Its compact, bushy habit works well near walks and foundations when kept trimmed. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It can make a low visual barrier, but it is not the plant for fast or tall screening. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Shamrock when a customer wants a boxwood-like evergreen line but prefers inkberry's softer texture and easy pruning.
| Botanical Name | Ilex glabra 'Shamrock' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shamrock Inkberry Holly |
| Mature Height | 3-4 ft |
| Mature Width | 3-4 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9b |
| Spacing | 3-4 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, dense |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | Yes (inkberry is native to the eastern U.S., including New England) |
Yes, for a clipped evergreen look, but the leaf and habit are different.
Only if berry set matters; most people plant Shamrock for foliage and structure.
Yes, light regular pruning keeps it dense; do not wait until it is overgrown.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-34013
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
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The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
