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Ilex 'September Gem'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Ilex 'September Gem' plant details

Ilex 'September Gem' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex 'September Gem'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex 'September Gem'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fine hedge plant or pyramidal specimen, only 6' tall, with dense leathery foliage which is heat, sun and shade-tolerant, as well as a very early (as in September) and long-lasting show of deep-red berries. S-PSh/M-W

Gardening facts about Ilex 'September Gem' plant

How to Grow Ilex 'September Gem'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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