Ilex cornuta 'Cartwright Compacta' (Chinese Holly)

The Ilex cornuta 'Cartwright Compacta', commonly known as Chinese Holly, is a compact evergreen shrub that features glossy, dark green leaves with spiny tips. This cultivar is known for its dense growth habit and prickly foliage, making it an ideal choice as a hedge or screen plant. It produces inconspicuous white flowers in spring, followed by small red berries in winter that are attractive to birds. With a moderate growth rate, Chinese Holly can reach a height of 6-8 feet and a width of 4-5 feet.