Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata 'Sunset'
Aquifoliaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Bioswale Garden, Mullestein Winter Garden
Source of plant
Simpson Orchard Company Inc., Horticultural Associates, Klyn Nurseries, Shady Oaks Nursery, Forestfarm Nursery
Description
The original thirty-year-old plant is 8' tall, 9' wide with a spreading habit. Fruits are red, 7/16" in diameter, borne singly on 1/8" long pedicels, or on 3 short-branched peduncles. The original selection was made for the following characteristics: olive-brown stem color, spreading habit, heavy fruiting, and fruit longer than that of 'Winter Red'. Southern type; requires 'Southern Gentleman' (formerly 'Early Male') for pollination (DS 36).
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
winter interest, fruiting characteristics