Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata 'Winter Gold'
Aquifoliaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Simpson Orchard Company Inc., Windrose Nursery
Description
A gold-berried sport of 'Winter Red' with the same habit and dark green foliage. Fruit is similar to the golden-orange of 'Aurantiaca' but this cultivar matures at a much larger size. Pollinated by 'Southern Gentleman'.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
winter interest, fruiting characteristics