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Ilex verticillata Jim Dandy

Jim Dandy Winterberry (Jim Dandy Black Alder)

An early flowering, male selection used to pollinate 'Afterglow' and 'Red Sprite' with the typical glossy, dark green leaves of the species.

  • »  Flowers are white and inconspicuous
  • »  Dark green, glossy leaves turn (occasionally) to purple
  • »  Suckering profusely, it produces an oval shrub
  • »  Required as male pollinator for 'Afterglow' and 'Red Sprite'
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July

3gal
$46.31
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:100-175 cm
  • Spread:100-175 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Wet Soils
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Berries
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Salt Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Clumping
• Oval
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Bog or water garden
• Hedge
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy'

The 'Jim Dandy' cultivar was introduced in 1992 by Simpson Nursery in Vincennes, Indiana.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy'

Although winterberry will tolerate some shade, fruit production is best in sunny locations. Winterberry will tolerate a range of soil types and moistures. One male winterberry plant will effectively pollinate up to six female plants.