Jim Dandy is the male pollinator needed for berry production on Berry Nice and Berry Heavy.
Tiny white flowers mature to clusters of show stopping red berries on this shrub. A remarkable display of vivid color. A ratio of 1 male to 12 females is sufficient. Bees do the transporting, so even a distance of 50-75' will work.
General Information:
Ilex verticillatas are deciduous shrubs with bright red fruit. Overall shape is oval and rounded. Berries appear on females after flowering and mature to bright red, remaining until mid-winter or later. Provides welcome color in the winter landscape. Cut branches are welcome additions for holiday arrangements. Birds love the berries.
Plant Care:
Little pruning is needed, shape if needed. Hard pruning is best done in stages over 2-3 years and only if necessary.
