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Ilex verticillata

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Ilex verticillata

Common Name: Winterberry

Winterberry is a deciduous holly shrub reaching 5 to 20 feet tall, best known for its striking red berries that persist through winter, providing important food for birds. Native to wet woods, swamps, and thickets, it requires both male and female plants for berry production. In the landscape, it excels in rain gardens, naturalized borders, and wetland edges, offering year-round ornamental value and wildlife support.

Characteristics

Product Form	Tree/Shrub
Type	Woody
Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Soil	Loam, Sand/Gravel, Peat
Moisture	Dry, Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (Feet)	9
Suggested Plant Spacing (Feet)	6
Bloom month(s)	June, July
Bloom Color or Type	White
Dominance	Medium

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Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.

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