Ilex verticillata (Winterberry Holly)

A Stunning Native for Year-Round Interest

Add vibrant seasonal beauty to your landscape with Ilex verticillata, commonly known as Winterberry Holly. This deciduous holly is prized for its striking red berries that persist through winter, providing both ornamental appeal and essential wildlife food.

• Brilliant Berries: Clusters of bright red berries appear in fall and last into winter, creating a stunning contrast against bare branches.
• Delicate Blooms: Small, inconspicuous white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators.
• Compact & Versatile: Grows to widths of 5–10 feet, making it ideal for hedges, borders, or naturalized plantings.
• Wildlife-Friendly: Berries provide a crucial winter food source for birds, while flowers attract bees and butterflies.
• Moisture-Loving & Hardy: Thrives in wet to moist soils but adapts to drier conditions. Prefers full sun to partial shade. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–9.
• Requires Male Pollinator: For berry production, plant a compatible male variety nearby.

With its striking winter color and ecological benefits, Ilex verticillata is a must-have for native gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.