Eagleston holly (Ilex × attenuata ‘Eagleston’) in a small form develops as a compact evergreen woody shrub with tightly arranged branches and dense foliage. The leaves are smooth-edged, oval, and glossy, growing alternately along the stems and forming a cohesive canopy of dark green foliage. Like other hollies, the plant retains its leaves throughout the year, maintaining a persistent evergreen structure.

The genus Ilex includes numerous species distributed across temperate and subtropical regions, often occupying woodland margins and coastal environments. The hybrid cultivar ‘Eagleston’ combines traits from several southeastern holly species, contributing to its consistent foliage density and structured growth. Biologically, hollies are dioecious and capable of producing berry clusters on female plants. In the small form, the plant emphasizes compact branching and evergreen leaf persistence while preserving the botanical characteristics typical of Ilex hybrids.