Jim Dandy Holly
Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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| 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
Jim Dandy Holly 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 RateSlow
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 4-8
Fantastic male Holly, the Jim Dandy Holly (Ilex verticillata 'Jim Dandy') is a compact dwarf, non-fruiting male selection of the variety of the popular Winterberry. It is used to pollinate female selections of Winterberry so the females will produce an incredible fruit display! Your Jim Dandy is beloved for its showy, deep green leaves. In fact, Jim Dandy is not only considered hardier than other varieties but also relatively carefree!
The foliage has a delightful gloss that will draw your eye amid other plantings. The leaves later transition to purple-yellow hues for an additional, late-season splash of color in autumn before this deciduous shrub drops its leaves for the winter.
The tiny, white flowers are not very noticeable but they'll feed loads of pollinators, and do their job in pollinating up to 10 female Winterberry Hollies. Jim Dandy is a male Holly, so won't produce the lovely berries that Hollies are usually prized for, however, it's essential for creating those decorative berries on your female plants. It pairs particularly well with Red Sprite Holly and Berry Heavy Holly! Cold-hardy and easy to grow, these deciduous Holly grow in USDA growing zones 4 to 8 and are very low-maintenance!
Planting and Application:
With a plant height of 3 to 6 feet and a width of 4 to 5 feet, Jim Dandy Holly makes a great border or screen. Excellent as a hedge and foundation planting, these add year-round curb appeal. The glossy foliage makes for a wonderful specimen among your winter landscape shrubs and perennial gardens! Pair this male cultivar with a female and you'll have an outstanding decorative feature for a low hedge or border.
Plant a few in a naturalized area of your landscape or perhaps one at the border of a perennial bed where the winter color can pick up where the bright summer flowers left off. Winterberry's tolerance for soggy soils makes them wonderful for along streams and water features. Plant in low areas, moist wooded edges, and where the gutters drain! Plant around Rain gardens and that soggy area by the HVAC unit while hiding these more utilitarian areas of your property!
- Attractive Foliage & Unique Fall Color
- Deciduous Glossy Leaves & Purple/Yellow Fall Color
- Terrific Male Pollinator Shrub
- White Flowers Attract Bees & Butterflies
- Wonderful For Wet Sites, Hedges, Backdrops & Borders
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Jim Dandy is tolerant of poorly drained soils and it is deer resistant. It will do well in part shade or full sun, light or heavy soils, and can even prosper in acidic wet conditions. It's even drought tolerant once established, so overall quite a hardy plant. Slower growing means low-maintenance and you'll not need to do much in the way of work! Lightly prune after flowering if needed, or you can leave it to grow naturally.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Acidic Soil & Highly Adaptable
- Moderate Moisture
- Prune Early Spring After Flowering
- Cold Hardy Variety
- Easy to Grow & Low-Maintenance
For eye-catching, glossy foliage and good pollination, the space-saving Jim Dandy Holly is a great choice for your landscape! Pair it with some female Hollies, and you're sure to enjoy the results.
