Ilex x meserveae ‘Madez’
| Height & Spread | 12-15′ h x 8-10′ w |
|---|---|
| Shape & Growth | Upright |
| Plant Type | Evergreen |
| Flower | White |
| Fruit | Red Berries |
| Foliage | Shiny, dark blue-green with chocolate-merlot new growth |
| Zone | 5 |
| Light | Full sun to part-shade |
| Soil | Prefers moist, well-drained soil, pH 5.0-8.0 |
| Pruning or Shearing | Takes to shearing and can be sculpted into a variety of shapes |
| Landscape Uses | Use individually or in mass plantings, groupings, as a hedge or barrier |
| Propagation | Summer mist or winter hardwood cuttings |
| Disease Resistance | No diseases observed to date |
| Environmental Benefits | Attracts bees, beneficials, and birds |
– Eye catching chocolate-merlot new growth provides another dimension from this workhorse genus
– Red berries provide winter interest and food for the birds
– Use individually or in mass plantings, groupings, as a hedge or barrier
– Takes to shearing and can be sculpted into a variety of shapes.
– A female form so there is a heavy berry set
– Plant both male & female plants for cross pollination and fruit set