Ilex glabra (Inkberry Holly) #3
$39.99
Inkberry Holly is a native evergreen shrub with a dense habit, dark green foliage, and black berries on female plants, ideal for hedges and naturalized landscapes.
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Description
Ilex glabra (Inkberry Holly) is a native, broadleaf evergreen shrub valued for its dense, rounded habit and dark green, oval leaves. It is a reliable choice for foundation plantings, hedges, mass plantings, and naturalized landscapes, especially in moist or coastal conditions.
Foliage remains green year-round, though some leaf drop may occur in early spring as new growth emerges. Inconspicuous white spring flowers may appear, followed by small black berries on female plants in fall and winter when a male pollinator is present. Inkberry is particularly useful as a native alternative to boxwood, offering excellent adaptability and wildlife value.
Care Instructions:
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Evergreen shrub
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Prefers full sun to partial shade
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Grows best in moist, acidic, well-drained soil
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Moderate to regular watering; tolerates wet sites better than many evergreens
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Minimal pruning; prune in early spring if needed
Key Features:
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Native evergreen shrub
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Dense, rounded growth habit
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Dark green foliage year-round
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Black berries on female plants
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Excellent for hedges, mass plantings, and wet areas
