Buy Ilex verticillata Berry Heavy®

Scientific Name: Ilex verticillata 'Spravy'

Also Known As

Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy'
Berry Heavy Winterberry Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

4a-9b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $19.95

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Ilex verticillata Berry Heavy® plant details

Ilex verticillata Berry Heavy® is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata Berry Heavy®

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fall interest, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata Berry Heavy®

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 6-10' native shrub was selected (after many years of watching) because it loses its leaves early enough to reveal a spectacular fall-winter show of large bright orange-red berries. Sun/Med-Wet

By: Forestfarm

Plant for a spectacular winter show of large bright red berries; food for small mammals and more than 48 species of birds. Ilex v. 'Jim Dandy' is a suitable male pollinator. 6-8'. Loves a rich moist soil.