Description
Jim Dandy Winterberry is a male pollinator essential for fruiting female winterberries like ‘Berry Heavy’ and ‘Winter Red.’ This hardy shrub thrives in Massachusetts landscapes, tolerating wet, acidic soils with ease. Its dark green foliage forms a dense, upright structure that blends well in naturalized settings.
Although it does not produce berries, Jim Dandy Winterberry plays a crucial role in ensuring a heavy fruit set for nearby female plants. It spreads into colonies, making it ideal for mass plantings and wildlife-friendly gardens. A reliable choice for maintaining healthy winterberry populations in Massachusetts.
Each plant comes in a #2 (2 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy'
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: around an inch per week
Soil: moist, rich, acidic soil
Zone: 3 – 7
Plant Shape: oval
Plant Type: multi-stemmed deciduous shrub
Mature Size: height (10'), width (8')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: slow
Pollination: needs a female plant near by to fruit
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