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Our native winterberry holly is an adaptable plant that will tolerate a variety of conditions, including clay soils, and may be used for rain gardens as well as general landscaping and cutting gardens. Berry Heavy® was selected for its abundant fruit set of bright orange-red berries. Its leaves drop earlier than other varieties for a better fruit display. Use Mr. Poppins™ as a pollinator.
| Dimensions | 6 × 6 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ilex verticillata 'Spravy' |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 6-8' |
| Width/Spread | 6-8' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist, Wet |
| Bloom Time | Early Summer |
| Uses | Cutting Gardens, Naturalizing, Rain Gardens |
| Features | Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Native, Winter Interest |
Pruning is generally not needed, but can be trimmed in late winter. Branches may be cut for arrangements in fall and winter. It does require a male pollinator to produce fruit; Mr. Poppins™ is the preferred pollinator but ‘Jim Dandy’ will also work.
