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Ilex decidua 'Red Escort'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 15'-25'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Ilex decidua 'Red Escort' plant details

Ilex decidua 'Red Escort' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex decidua 'Red Escort'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex decidua 'Red Escort'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense; vigorous, this "escort" comes well attired in handsome glossy green foliage, as well to 15-25' it (with its princess) will make a fine hedge or specimen. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Ilex decidua 'Red Escort' plant

How to Grow Ilex decidua 'Red Escort'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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