One of the few deciduous members of the Holly family, Winterberry holly still provides some winter interest through its bright red berries. Both a male and a female are required to produce fruit. Flowers and their fruit appear on new growth. Keep this in mind while pruning, as this bush is a good option for hedging. This plant has some resistance to fires, in addition to deer and salt. Planting this shrub in the shade will result in a taller, more open habit that could be considered a small tree. Fruit are toxic.
Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Available
No
Chelsea Chop
No
Height
3-15 ft
Spread
3-12 ft
Bloom Season
Mid Spring - Early Summer
Flower Colors
White
Sun Tolerance



Soil Tolerance
Clay,
Sandy,
Moist,
Poorly drained
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