Plant to grow naturally in moist woodland gardens or by streams or ponds. It can also grow in more formal shrub borders or house foundation plantings. Will do best in eastern and central Kansas.
Ilex glabra 'Nigra'
Inkberry Holly
Tips for Homeowners:
Prune to shape in the spring, and will tolerate shearing if you want. It may try to spread, so remove unwanted shoots that appear at ground level.
Rate this Plant:
An excellent evergreen shrub for the woodland garden.
- Broadleaf evergreen shrub that prefers moist soils
- Attractive black fruit in the fall
- Lush foliage
Height: 5-8 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Zone: 4-9
Interesting Notes about Inkberry Holly:
Inkberry prefers moist soils that are rich in organic matter and that are slightly acidic in pH. This shrub will tolerate poorly drained and wet soils.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Slow Growing
- Evergreen
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
- Mass Planting
- Winter Interest
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Winter
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water