Gem Box® Inkberry Holly

Ilex glabra 'SMNIGAB17'

Gem Box Inkberry Holly is a dense global evergreen shrub with upright dark green leaves flushed with red tips in spring.  Inconspicuous flowers.  Grows best in moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils.  While Gem Box is a female variety, there are no compatible males currently on market to pollinate.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.   Well-drained soils essential.   Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew.  Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Astilbe, Hydrangea, Magnolia

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Gem Box Inkberry Holly

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown

All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.  

Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.