Ilex cassine 'Tensaw' ~ Tensaw Holly water-garden (4) Plant Image Library

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Excellent for containers or as a houseplant

Crown rot may happen if soils are not well-draining

White Nancy Spotted Deadnettle is a mat-forming herbaceous perennial that slowly sprawls and variegated silver leaves with narrow green margins

Ilex cassine 'Tensaw' ~ Tensaw Holly water-garden (4) Plant Image LibraryTensaw Holly is a compact native evergreen shrub with a denser and more rounded pyramidal habit. The glossy green foliage is spineless and holds its color year round. In mid spring white flowers attract pollinators, and pollinated female plants will be followed by attractive red berries that persist in winter. Grows best with full sun and moist well drained soils. Type: Tree Origins: SE NA Coasts and Caribbean; GA Native Height: 12' 18' Spread: 8 10'