Shrubs

Ilex x meserveae 'Mondo'

Little Rascal® male holly

Little Rascal® male holly. Representative plant

Bright green leaves cover a small, densely branched mound and turn deep purple in winter. This male selection does not produce berries, but can pollinate compatible female blue hollies. Its low stature fits front-of-border positions and compact foundation plantings.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 2 ft. tall × 3 ft. wide
Water: Moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9

Sizes & prices

#3Blue Holly Dwarf - male$49.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Keep in mind: Ornamental holly berries are not edible.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen.

Growing & care

Pruning: Usually unnecessary; lightly shape in late winter if needed.
Soil: Slightly acidic soil; avoid persistently soggy roots.

Sources & photo credits

Monrovia

Photo: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Little Rascal® male holly. Representative plant; resized and re-encoded, not cropped.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.