Needle Point Holly 7 Gallon Container

Needlepoint Holly – 7 Gallon Container

The Needlepoint Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Needlepoint') is a tough, adaptable evergreen shrub prized for its dense, upright form, rich green foliage, and bright red winter berries. Unlike some other hollies, Needlepoint has fewer spines, making it more user-friendly for residential landscapes while still delivering strong texture and structure.

Offered in a 7-gallon container, this holly is well-rooted and ready to plant, ideal for creating hedges, privacy screens, borders, or formal foundation plantings. The elongated, pointed leaves are thick and glossy, providing year-round coverage and contrast. Small white spring flowers lead to attractive red berries in fall and winter, especially with a male pollinator nearby.

Needlepoint Holly is extremely drought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It’s a great choice for low-maintenance landscapes across the South.

Mature Height: 10–15 feet
Mature Width: 6–10 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained; adaptable to a range of soils
Foliage: Evergreen – glossy dark green
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–9
Berries: Yes – bright red in fall/winter (requires male pollinator nearby)

Whether you're planting a natural screen or adding structure to a formal design, the Needlepoint Holly delivers year-round performance and Southern toughness. Our 7-gallon container plants are ready for immediate use in your landscape.

Available for local pickup or regional delivery. Standard shipping not available due to size.