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Ilex glabra SMNIGAB17 ('Gem Box®')

Gem Box® Inkberry Holly: Patent PP27554

Dwarf, compact, rounded habit, like boxwood. Glossy, dark green leaves with red tips during the spring flush.

  • »  Dwarf, compact, rounded habit, like boxwood
  • »  Small, white, insignificant flowers
  • »  Glossy, dark green leaves with red tips during the spring flush

1gal
$55.25
2gal
$78.00
Substitutions Are Available
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Evergreen
• Salt Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Rounded
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Hedge
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ilex glabra 'SMNIGAB17'

Inkberry grow best in a slightly acidic, slightly moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. 'Compacta' makes an excellent evergreen hedge as it prunes well. Will tolerate wet soil. One male inkberry plant will effectively pollinate up to six female plants.

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