Name: Ilex cornuta 'Compacta' (Compact Chinese Holly)

Average Landscape Size: 3-4 ft tall × 3-4 ft wide; can reach 5 ft if unpruned; dense, rounded habit

Sun Requirements: Partial shade to partial sun; adapts well to various conditions

Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–9; evergreen and reliable in Willis winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Acid-loving plant food in spring; prune anytime to maintain shape

Detailed Description: This Compact Holly is a classic foundation plant with gorgeous glossy, spiny leaves and bright red berries for the holidays! This 7-gallon size gives you 4 to 6 feet of immediate presence with that perfect dense, rounded shape. Here in Willis, it's incredibly reliable and stays evergreen year-round. The red berries are beautiful for holiday decorating, and the spiny leaves provide natural security around windows. Perfect for creating that traditional, polished landscape look that works in any style home!