Average Landscape Size: 4–5 ft tall x 3–4 ft wide (commonly maintained size; can reach 10–15 ft if unpruned)
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: High
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to about 10°F (Zone 8)
Fertilization & Pruning: Fertilize in spring with holly or acid-loving plant food. Prune in late winter to maintain compact size and encourage berry set.
Detailed Description: Needlepoint Holly is a versatile evergreen with glossy, narrow leaves and heavy crops of bright red berries on female plants. While it can grow 10–15 feet tall if unpruned, in most landscapes it’s maintained at 4–5 feet, making it ideal for foundation plantings, hedges, and low screens. Hardy to about 10°F, it may show leaf burn in hard freezes but recovers well. Its dense foliage, tough nature, and reliable berry display make it one of the most dependable hollies for Gulf Coast landscapes.
Average Landscape Size: 4–5 ft tall x 3–4 ft wide (commonly maintained size; can reach 10–15 ft if unpruned)
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: High
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to about 10°F (Zone 8)
Fertilization & Pruning: Fertilize in spring with holly or acid-loving plant food. Prune in late winter to maintain compact size and encourage berry set.
Detailed Description: Needlepoint Holly is a versatile evergreen with glossy, narrow leaves and heavy crops of bright red berries on female plants. While it can grow 10–15 feet tall if unpruned, in most landscapes it’s maintained at 4–5 feet, making it ideal for foundation plantings, hedges, and low screens. Hardy to about 10°F, it may show leaf burn in hard freezes but recovers well. Its dense foliage, tough nature, and reliable berry display make it one of the most dependable hollies for Gulf Coast landscapes.
