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Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam'

Also Known As

  • Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquan'
  • Tiasquam Winterberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-9'
  • W: 6'-9'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam' plant details

Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 6 FT - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: rain garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large red fruit starting in September decorate this vigorous 6-9' rounded shrub like a Christmas tree for your birds and wildlife (and you, of course); this Polly Hill intro needs a late pollinator (S. Gentleman). S-PSh/M-W

Gardening facts about Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam' plant

How to Grow Ilex verticillata 'Tiasquam'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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