(6-8 feet tall x 6-8 feet wide) A deciduous holly that brings year-round interest to the landscape, Winter Red Winterberry is famed for its bright red berry clusters that line its branches, providing food for both overwintering and migrating birds. Winterberries are dioecious, meaning they have separate male and female plants. Winter Red is female, and flowers require pollination from a compatible male, such as Southern Gentleman Winterberry, to produce berries. Plant at least one male for up to 6-10 female plants, in close proximity to ensure good pollination. Spring brings attractive foliage and small greenish-white flowers. The real show begins in late summer, when the flowers, if properly pollinated, mature into clusters of berries. As autumn progresses and the foliage naturally drops, the vibrant berry display is revealed. Cut branches are a natural choice for holiday decor. Winter Red Winterberry is ideal as a foundation plant or in a hedge. Native to eastern North America, Winterberry shrubs are perfect for acidic and moist soils.
More Information| Associated SKUs | AM018675
AM018639 (Plant - 3" Pot) - Out of stock.
AM018660 (Tray of 16) - Out of stock.
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| Common Name | Winter Red Winterberry |
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| Botanical Name | Ilex verticillata Winter Red |
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| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
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| Flower Color | White |
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| Mature Height | 72-96" tall (6-8 feet) |
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| Estimated Mature Spread | 72-96" wide (6-8 feet) |
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| Growth Rate | Medium |
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| Bloom Time | Early to mid summer |
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| Planting Depth | Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in. |
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| Ships As | Potted Plant |
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| Foliage | Dark green, oval toothed foliage. |
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| Soil Type | Loamy Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Moist/Wet Soil, Acidic Soil |
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| Soil Moisture | Moist / Wet, Well Draining |
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| Tolerates | Wet Sites |
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| Advantages | Attract Birds, Native, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Good For Hedge / Screen |
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| Additional Information | Southern Gentleman Winterberry is needed to pollinate Winter Red Winterberry. Host plant for Henry's Elfin Butterfly. Berries attract Cedar Waxwings among many other types of birds. Great for rain garden. |
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| Awards | Winner of the Pennsylnania Horticultural Society Gold Medal (Steyer Award) 1995. |
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| Ideal Region | Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Pacific Northwest |
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| Planting Time | Fall |
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| Neonicotinoid Free | |
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| Poisonous or Toxic to Animals | All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. |
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| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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