Ilex verticillata 'Spravy' - Berry Heavy® Red Winterberry
Ilex verticillata 'Spravy' - Berry Heavy® Red Winterberry - Photo courtesy of Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.

Berry Heavy® Red Winterberry

Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy® Red' (Spravy)

  • Proven Winners® ColorChoice®
  • Tiny white flowers produce masses of scarlet-red berries
  • Berries provide a spectacular winter display
  • Has superior fruit set and berry retention
  • Pollinated by Mr Poppins®, Little Goblin® Guy, or Jim Dandy
  • Plant 1 male for every 5-7 females, up to 15 metres away
  • Bloom Time: Late spring

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
200-250 cm

SPREAD:
200-250 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Although winterberry will tolerate some shade, fruit production is best in sunny locations, but do not allow plants to dry out, especially during hot summer droughts.   Ilex verticillata plants are dioecious (plants are either male or female). Any necessary pruning should be done soon after the flowers are finished, but keep in mind that berry production will be diminished.  Branches of berries are decorative and are frequently used in flower arrangements.

Additional Notes about Berry Heavy® Red Winterberry:


Ilex berries can be harmful; they contain an alkaloid similar to caffeine.

Characteristics & Attributes


ATTRIBUTES:
Berries
FLOWERING TIME:
Spring
LANDSCAPE USES:
Border/edging