Ilex verticillata 'Afterglow'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'
W: 10'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Ilex verticillata 'Afterglow' plant details

Ilex verticillata 'Afterglow' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata 'Afterglow'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, compact, cutting garden, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata 'Afterglow'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An early-blooming, compact female selection of the popular, deciduous winterberry holly; large orange-scarlet fruit and small glossy leaves (like most hollies, these need male and female plants for berry-set). S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Pollinated by 'Jim Dandy'. A slow growing multi-stemmed shrub to 10' high and wide with deep glossy green leaves with smaller fruits but brilliant colors of orange to orange-red.