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Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade'

Also Known As

  • Red Cascade Possumhaw

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 20'-25'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade' plant details

Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring green and white flowers emerge followed by 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 acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in spring
Uses: rain garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White (more than grey) horizontal branches carry a prolific crop of small orange-red berries that hold well into winter on this upright, spreading (to 25' x 20') tree. S/M

Gardening facts about Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade' plant

How to Grow Ilex decidua 'Red Cascade'

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
    • green
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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