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Ilex verticillata
Also Known As
- Black Alder
- Winterberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 15'
- W: 15'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Ilex verticillata plant details
Ilex verticillata is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange, red and yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: aquifoliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 FT wide, 15 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Ilex verticillata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- red
- orange
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
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aka Ilex 'Pernyii', Perny Holly
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 9'-12'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
aka Post Office English Holly
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Ilex aquifolium 'Yellow Berry', Yellow Berry English Holly
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-20'
Width: 8'-15'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-7'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
aka Cave Hill American Holly
Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 30'-40'
Width: 20'-30'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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