Ilex verticillata 'Southern Gentleman' / WINTERBERRY HOLLY

Ilex verticillata 'Southern Gentleman,' commonly known as Winterberry Holly, is a male cultivar renowned for its essential role in pollinating female Winterberry Holly plants, which allows them to produce their signature bright red berries. This compact, deciduous shrub features dark green foliage that turns yellow in the fall, providing seasonal interest before the berries appear. 'Southern Gentleman' thrives in moist, acidic, well-drained soils and performs well in full sun to partial shade, making it an excellent choice for wetland areas, rain gardens, or as a pollinator plant in mixed landscapes. Its hardiness and adaptability to different soil types make it a low-maintenance option for gardeners seeking a reliable, winter-hardy shrub. Known for its ability to attract wildlife, particularly birds, Ilex verticillata 'Southern Gentleman' is a valuable addition to any landscape, offering both functional and aesthetic appeal.

·         ORIGIN - NC Native cv.

·         EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun

·         FLOWER COLOR - creamy white

·         HEIGHT - 6-8 ft

·         HABIT - deciduous

·         MOISTURE - moist/well drained

·          HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9

3 Gallon pot