{"product_id":"southern-gentleman-winterberry-holly-live-male-pollinator-shrub-4-inch-pot-plant-ilex-verticillata-pollinator-for-female-winterberries","title":"Southern Gentleman Winterberry Holly – Live Male Pollinator Shrub | 4 Inch Pot Plant | Ilex verticillata Pollinator For Female Winterberries","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eEnsure abundant winter berry production in your landscape with Southern Gentleman Winterberry Holly, a dependable male pollinator shrub essential for many female Ilex verticillata varieties. This hardy deciduous holly is commonly used to pollinate female cultivars such as Winter Red, Winter Gold, Sparkleberry, Sunset, Cacapon, and Shaver, helping them produce vibrant ornamental berries throughout winter. One Southern Gentleman plant can effectively pollinate approximately 6–10 female winterberry shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eThis adaptable native shrub thrives in a wide range of soil conditions, including heavy clay, while performing best in moist organically rich soils. Its vigorous growth and attractive foliage make it a valuable addition to wildlife gardens, rain gardens, naturalized landscapes, and mixed shrub borders. These healthy plants are shipped established in 4 inch nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Southern Gentleman Winterberry Holly\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e✔️ 4 inch pot plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e✔️ Male pollinator deciduous holly\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eCommon Name: Southern Gentleman Winterberry Holly\u003cbr data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eBotanical Name: Ilex verticillata ‘Southern Gentleman’\u003cbr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Established potted plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eSoil: Moist, organically rich, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eWatering: Moderate; tolerates moist and clay soils well\u003cbr data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–8 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eMature Width: Approximately 6–8 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant within close proximity to compatible female winterberry hollies to maximize pollination and berry production. Consistent soil moisture supports healthy growth and strong seasonal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MikesPlants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765715304769,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify2_2_2e749eca-d3a0-44b5-8503-e0ab1b033ce7.jpg?v=1779846824","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/southern-gentleman-winterberry-holly-live-male-pollinator-shrub-4-inch-pot-plant-ilex-verticillata-pollinator-for-female-winterberries","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}