Is Ilex glabra deciduous?

The dense twiggy habit displays an abundance of black berries through winter, accenting the evergreen foliage. Requires a male inkberry for berry set….Ilex glabra ‘Shamrock’

Is Ilex glabra invasive?

Latin: Ilex glabra. Shamrock Inkberry holly is one of the most popular of our native evergreen shrubs. Evergreen plants are the backbone of many American gardens. But most of these plants are foreigners; aliens brought in to do the manual labor of defining and outlining the garden.

Can you prune Ilex glabra?

Inkberry, Ilex glabra, is a beautiful, rounded, evergreen shrub that grow 5 – 8′ tall. It prefers full sun and evenly moist acidic soil, but does well in wet areas and light shade. Regular pruning is required to keep inkberry looking its’ best.

Is Ilex glabra Shamrock male or female?

Inkberries are dioecious (separate male and female plants). Female plants need a male pollinator in order to produce the berry-like drupes that are characteristic of the species and cultivars. Prune to shape in early spring just before new growth begins.

How tall does an Ilex glabra Shamrock grow?

Specific epithet means smooth in reference to plant leaf surfaces. ‘Shamrock’ is a compact rounded cultivar that grows 3-4′ tall and suckers less than the species. No serious insect or disease problems. Leaf spot is an occasional problem. Spider mites may appear, especially in dry conditions.

What kind of plant is an Ilex glabra?

Plants generally need minimal pruning unless used as a hedge (perhaps best grown as an informal hedge). Remove root suckers regularly if colonial spread is not desired. Ilex glabra, commonly called inkberry or gallberry, is a slow-growing, upright-rounded, stoloniferous, broadleaf evergreen shrub in the holly family.

When to prune Ilex glabra Shamrock berry plant?

Avoid neutral to alkaline soils. Inkberries are dioecious (separate male and female plants). Female plants need a male pollinator in order to produce the berry-like drupes that are characteristic of the species and cultivars. Prune to shape in early spring just before new growth begins.

How big does a shamrock inkberry plant get?

‘Shamrock’ is a female plant and needs a male pollinator to produce the attractive blue berries. Its modest size makes it ideal for small gardens. Slow growing, this evergreen shrub grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm).