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Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright'

Also Known As

  • Ilex 'Earlibright'
  • Ilex verticillata 'Early Bright'
  • Ilex verticillata 'Earlybright'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright' plant details

Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer green and white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in summer
Uses: rain garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vivid orange-red fruit decorates the fastigiate branches of this columnar (to 7' tall x 4') shrub early in the season. Sun/Med-Wet
Pollinated by 'Jim Dandy'. An early ripening holly with bright orange-red fruit. Grows to 7' tall and only 4' wide.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright' plant

How to Grow Ilex verticillata 'Earlibright'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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