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    • Photo of Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca fruit by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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    Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca

    Also Known As

    • Ilex verticillata 'Aurantiaca'
    • Aurantiaca Black Alder
    • Aurantiaca Winterberry

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-8'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca plant details

    Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts birds. Does well in acidic, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: aquifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    To complete autumn-into-winter?s complementary color scheme (red>yellow>) here?s a winterberry with distinctive bright orange fruit; 6-8' tall shrub for hedge or border will be enjoyed by all. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    A 6-8' shrub with outstanding orange berries. Best pollinated by 'Jim Dandy'.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca plant

    How to Grow Ilex verticillata f. aurantiaca

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Fruit

      • orange

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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