Featured Plant

Common Winterberry

Ilex verticillata, common winterberry, provides a spectacular show in the winter landscape, especially when framed by snow. The berry-like bright red fruit ripens in September and persists into December and January in our region. A native shrub, the common winterberry is excellent for mass effect, naturalistic shrub borders, waterside and wet soils.  

Size: 6-10' in height and spread; dwarf cultivars available in sizes more appropriate for home landscape use

Hardiness: Zone 3 to 9

Growth Rate: Slow

Culture: Full sun or partial shade; prefers moist, acidic soils with high organic matter; requires male and female plants for fruit set

Culture: moist, well-drained, acid, organic-laden soils are best 

Last Modified: Friday, December 09, 2011 4:15 PM