Nordic Inkberry
Ilex glabra 'Chamzin'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Nordic Inkberry highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 3-8
Get gorgeous black fruit and year-round greenery, the naturally rounded and compact Inkberry Nordic Inkberry (Ilex glabra 'Chamzin') is an outstanding and carefree shrub that fits beautifully into modern landscapes. The broad-leaved evergreen leaves are deep lustrous green and glisten in the sunlight!
Spring brings pollinators seeking out the white blossoms that are small and insignificant but vital nectar resources for bees! You may see other nurseries incorrectly selling Nordic as a male pollinator, but Nordic is a female shrub. You will need a male shrub for pollination, and if you have both, the female shrubs will display ink-black fruit that birds adore and add further interest along with the fine-textured broad-leaved evergreen foliage!
This useful and beautiful shrub is gorgeous year-round with or without any fruits! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 3 through 8, Nordic is very cold-tolerant and resistant. Growing into a mounded, rounded and naturally shapely shrub 3-4 feet in width and height!
Planting and Application:
It is excellent for foundation, hedges, masses, and as a four-season accent plant. Nordic Compact Inkberry is well suited as low backdrops and edging. Single specimens can also be sheared for topiary-like precision! Its ability to thrive in high moisture means Nordic works beautifully around Rain Gardens and along water features!
Because of wind resistance, it makes an excellent choice that helps with snow drifts. Plant it along the driveway to reduce your shoveling task. The soft foliage has no spines or pokes like other Holly bushes, and works great along pathways, sidewalks, and driveways! The space-saving size makes Nordic readily containerized for accenting anywhere in the sun!
- Shiny Leaves on an Elegant, Compact Grower
- Tiny White Flowers for Pollinators
- Female Shrub Produces Small Dark Fruit When Pollinated By A Male
- Broad-Leaved Evergreen & Winter Interest
- Low Hedges, Pathways, Rain Gardens & Large Planters
#ProPlantTips for Care:
This evergreen Inkberry needs full sun and partial shade, and prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils, rich in organic matter. It is tolerant of continually wet soils and can be easily pruned to maintain size and shape. Give them 3-4 inches of arborist mulch over the root system retain moisture, and insulate the roots. It is best to follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system and provide a good drink before winter. Feed with a general-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape or allow it to grow more naturally for a carefree foundation plant.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Cold Hardy & Adaptable
- Tolerates Periodically Wet Soils
- Well-Drained Soil
- Can Be Sheared in Early Spring or Allowed to Grow Naturally
Get year-round interest with the easy-care Nordic Compact Inkberry Holly at Nature Hills Nursery! Black fruit on female shrubs and adaptable, cold-hardy, and versatile little broad-leaved evergreen shrubs!
