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Inkberry

Ilex Glabra

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Overview

Ilex glabra, known as Inkberry, is an evergreen shrub thriving in zones 5-9. This adaptable native prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, acidic soils. Inkberry features lustrous, dark green leaves and black berries that attract birds. Its compact form grows 5-8 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, ideal for hedges or foundation plantings. Pruning maintains size and shape, emphasizing its dense, rounded habit.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — commonly referred to as the Inkberry; although not particularly showy

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
5–8 Ft.
Mature width
5–8 Ft.

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Aquifoliaceae

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Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — although not particularly showy
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — such as wetlands or shaded garden areas.<br><br>For landscape designers
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — It can also serve as a striking backdrop for perennial beds or as part of a mixed shrub border; this adaptable native prefers full sun
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — Ilex glabra, known as Inkberry, is an evergreen shrub thriving in zones 5-9
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — green and white flowers in the garden
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — It can also serve as a striking backdrop for perennial beds or as part of a mixed shrub border; this adaptable native, image 74
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — demonstrating a high tolerance for various conditions; when informing clients about this plant
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — Inkberry features lustrous, dark green leaves and black berries that attract birds; such as wetlands or shaded garden, image 84
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — It maintains this vibrant foliage throughout all seasons, adding a consistent structure to garden designs
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — emphasize its low maintenance requirements; including wet soils and partial shade, image 76
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — emphasize its low maintenance requirements; including wet soils and partial shade
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for full or half; and the year-round visual interest it will bring to their garden, image 81
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — are attractive to pollinators
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — This adaptable native prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, acidic soils; it maintains this vibrant foliage throughout all
Inkberry (Ilex Glabra) — is a versatile evergreen shrub native to the eastern United States; the Ilex glabra is an excellent hedge or foundation plant
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