Ilex decidua 'Warren's Red'

Possumhaw

Tips for Homeowners:

 Prune for shaping in the early spring. 

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A showy shrub, especially in the fall when the leaves drop to expose the red berries.

  • A Holly that loses its leaves in the winter!
  • Red berries create fantastic winter interest
  • Silver bark

A US native, it can be naturalized in the landscape. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 10-15 ft
Spread: 10-15 ft
Zone: 5-9

Interesting Notes about Possumhaw:

Female plants are the real beauties because of the red berries! They should do well on their own, but for maximum berries also plant a male tree for pollination.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Low Maintenance
  • Native
  • Great Foliage
  • Winter Interest
  • Naturalizing
  • Attractive fruit

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained