Ilex verticillata
Also known as ‘Michigan Holly’, this native shrub is in the holly family, but is not an evergreen like others in the family. Known for keeping its bright red berries throughout the winter, these are valuable food sources for wildlife as other berries are not commonly available through the winter.
Seedlings are 1 year old.
Height: 6-10’ in maturity
Soil: Moist, acidic, variety of loam types
Ilex verticillata
Also known as ‘Michigan Holly’, this native shrub is in the holly family, but is not an evergreen like others in the family. Known for keeping its bright red berries throughout the winter, these are valuable food sources for wildlife as other berries are not commonly available through the winter.
Seedlings are 1 year old.
Height: 6-10’ in maturity
Soil: Moist, acidic, variety of loam types
