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Ilex glabra 'ILEXFARROWTRACEY'
Choose Strongbox® Inkberry Holly if you want a native, boxwood-like evergreen for damp New England beds; the tradeoff is a quieter look and slower fill than a fast privacy shrub.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | It gives clean evergreen massing, but the look is quiet rather than showy. |
| Growth Rate | B- | Growth is steady enough for edging, but it is not the fastest way to fill space. |
| Maintenance | B | It usually needs only light shaping, though dry stress can make it look thin. |
| Deer Resistance | B | Inkberry is one of the more deer-resistant broadleaf evergreens, though very hungry deer may still sample it. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its rounded, boxwood-like habit works well near walks, entries, and smaller beds. |
| Screening Value | C | It can make a low hedge, but it is not built for real privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Strongbox® for damp foundations, low borders, and boxwood-style replacements. Give it even moisture and avoid letting it struggle in dry, exposed soil.
| Botanical Name | Ilex glabra 'ILEXFARROWTRACEY' (Strongbox®) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Strongbox® Inkberry Holly |
| Mature Height | 2-3 ft |
| Mature Width | 2-3 ft |
| Spacing | 2-3 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Moist to wet |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, dense, compact |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | Yes |
Yes, more than many inkberries, though it still has a softer holly texture.
That is one of its main reasons to buy, especially with steady moisture.
No, use it for low structure, not screening.
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SKU:PGNE-34023
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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.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
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!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
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!
