Winterberry
Winterberry
Ilex verticillata
Type: Shrub
Sun Needs: Full sun-part shade
Soil Moisture: Med - Wet
Mature Size(ft): 3-12 x 3-12
Bloom Time: June-July
Growth Rate: Slow
Estimated size at delivery: 2-3
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Appropriate for native and restoration landscapes
Ecological benefits:
• Male pollinator for female winterberry cultivars
• Supports bee activity during bloom
Other info: Tolerant of poorly drained soils. Brilliant red berries can persist through winter. Dioecious (meaning female flowers and male flowers grow on separate plants. To get berries on a female plant, a male plant must be near. We are not able to guarantee a specific sex).. Excellent in low spots or along ponds. Great for birds. Subject to chlorosis in high ph soils.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder