Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata 'Shortcake'
Aquifoliaceae
Other names
Common Winterberry, Black Alder, Coralberry, Michigan Holly
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Klyn Nurseries
Description
Abundant bright red berries brighten the winter landscape and provide food for birds. Dark green, glossy foliage. White spring blooms. Very hardy. A slow-growing, deciduous female shrub with a compact, upright habit. Prefers moist soil. Size: 5' tall and 3-1/2' wide in 10 years.
USDA Hardiness Zone
3
Special characteristics
fruiting characteristics, winter interest