Growing them in rich, highly organic soils helps hold in the moisture. Crapemyrtles, hydrangeas, hort glossary, and weed ID databases. I don't trust nursery photos online (always suspecting they show only the prettiest, or are altered in some way!). Primarily due to the great (and thoughtful) photos you posted, we went ahead with our purchase and planting - and so glad we did! It is a good choice for attracting birds and bees to your yard. I'm starting to see more of them planted around here in Northern VA. Common Name: Holly / Winterberry FREE with every plant purchased: c = document.getElementById('threecolblock' + i); else inner.style.display = "none"; Like all hollies, it responds well to shearing. The small trees were right around 2 ft. tall, with some just a few inches taller. It prefers slightly acid soil and does best in moist, rich, well-drained soil. Orders typically ship out within 2 business days. } Cold Hardy. They are too big for crowding in the foundation planting, //