Winterberry

Ilex verticillata 'Oosterwijk' Aquifoliaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Mullestein Winter Garden, Zucker Shrub Collection

Source of plant

Spring Meadow Nursery, Windrose Nursery

Description

A northern form that holds its bright red berries longer than other cultivars; a favorite in the European cut flower industry. A Dutch introduction that was selected in 1984 by H.L. van de Laar for the commercial cut flower use due to its large and persistent red fruits; date of Intro. not known but has been available in Europe since at least 1990 (American Nurseryman February 2009)

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

winter interest