Ilex glabra 'Compacta'

compact inkberry

'Compacta' is a denser, shorter form of common inkberry, evergreen and suitable for most garden conditions. This fast-growing shrub will reach its full size in just a few years, attracting birds with its berries and serving as a more eco-friendly alternative to boxwood hedges. This shrub does sucker, so cut new shoots early in the season if you wish to limit horizontal expansion.

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Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Hardiness Zone: 5-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Cultivar
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
• Wet
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Summer Fruit
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Urban Environment
• Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
Landscape Use
• Rain Garden
• Massing
• Hedge/screening
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Purple to Black Fruit
Growth Habit
• Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


compact inkberry - Ilex glabra 'Compacta' from Native Plant Trust