Description
This is a deciduous North American Ilex, growing 2-4 m tall depending on the soil conditions. The main attractive feature is given by the highly ornamental red fruits in the fall, especially after the foliage drops. The species is dioecious; only the female plants will form fruits, and at least one male plant is required in groups planting for fruit setting.
Excellent, trouble free shrub for moist areas, highly adaptable and with wildlife value.
Native Americans call it ‘fever bush’ and use it for medicinal purposes.
Germination: cycles of warm/cold stratification for germination (Baskin & Baskin).
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