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Ilex verticillata Winter Red

Winter Red Winterberry

Dark green foliage and abundant, large, bright red fruit persist into the winter. A male pollinator is needed for fruit production.

  • »  Flowers are white and inconspicuous
  • »  Large, bright red berries persist into the winter
  • »  Dark green, glossy leaves turn yellow in the fall
  • »  Suckering frequently, it produces an oval shrub
  • »  Female plant requires 'Southern Gentleman' for pollination
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July

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  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:175-200 cm
  • Spread:200-250 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
Full Shade
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
Fast
Attributes
Berries
Deciduous
Fall Color
Fruit
Salt Tolerant
Flowering Time
Spring
Habit
Oval
Upright
Foliage Color
Green (dark)
Landscape uses
Bog or water garden
Foundation planting
Hedge
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red'

The 'Winter Red' cultivar was introduced in 1977 by Simpson Nursery in Vincennes, Indiana.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red'

Although winterberry will tolerate some shade, fruit production is best in sunny locations. Winterberry will tolerate a range of soil types and moistures. Ilex verticillata plants are dioecious (plants are either male or female). One male winterberry plant will effectively pollinate up to six female plants.