The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Nova Scotia inkberry

Family: Aquifoliaceae (holly family)

Distribution: Species native to Coastal Plain of e. North America

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Evergreen shrub

Comments: A hardy evergreen selection with lustrous dark green, glossy leaves. It grows as a densely rounded, compact upright shrub up to 6' tall and wide. Black fruit and white flowers small and insignificant. Easily pruned and is suitable used as screen, hedge or foundation planting. Excellent cut greens for the holidays.