188. Ilex glabra

Common name(s): Inkberry, Winterberry, Gallberry, Bitter Gallberry, Appalachian Tea

Plant type: evergreen medium shrub
Primary method of propagation: cutting
Alternate propagation method(s): seed

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: autumn
Cutting maturity: semi-hardwood
Rooting hormone : IBA TALC 8000 PPM
Rooting environment : intermittent mist
Soil temperature for best rooting : 65-70 degrees F
Time to rooting : 5-8 weeks
Comment: Wound cuttings

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: autumn
Time of year to sow seed: spring
Seed treatment : stratify 40F 4-5mo.
Comment: Mulch the seed-beds.