Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite'

Also Known As

Ilex verticillata 'Nana'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite' plant details

Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, cutting garden, dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An excellent small shrub to only 2-3' with large, profuse red berries that persist fall into winter, sometimes until the next spring, leaves drop very early in autumn so you can enjoy the berries, an fantastic choice for rain gardens! S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Red Sprite has very large bright red berries borne in profusion on bare branches in the winter. It is a very small grower usually found around 3' tall; occasionally larger.