Squeeze Box® Inkberry Holly is a refined, upright native evergreen that breaks the mold with its striking pyramidal form, bringing height, structure, and fine-textured evergreen foliage to the landscape in a space-efficient 4–6 foot tall, 2–3 foot wide package. This male cultivar of the native Ilex glabra is an exceptional pollinator for female inkberry varieties like Gem Box® and Strongbox®, ensuring abundant berry production on nearby plants. Its glossy, small leaves and dense branching make it a handsome boxwood alternative with superior native plant credentials.

• Distinctive upright pyramidal habit, 4–6 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide
• Fine, glossy, small-leafed evergreen foliage with dense, refined texture
• Native plant, supports pollinators and local ecosystems
• Male pollinator for Gem Box® and Strongbox® inkberry hollies
• Heat tolerant, deer resistant, and rabbit resistant
• Excellent boxwood alternative, disease-free and adaptable
• Hardy in Zones 5–9

Squeeze Box® Inkberry Holly thrives in full sun to part shade with consistently moist, acidic soil. Unlike many evergreens, it tolerates wet soil conditions and is well-suited for rain gardens, low-lying areas, and moist borders. Regular watering is important, as this species is not drought tolerant. Plant alongside female inkberry varieties to maximize berry production in your landscape. No significant pruning is needed to maintain its naturally upright, pyramidal shape. Add this refined native evergreen to your landscape today and enjoy its four-season beauty!