Taxon

Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red'

Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' - Winter Red common winterberry
Image: Ecker, Michael E. - The Dawes Arboretum
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Common name: Winter Red common winterberry
Family: Aquifoliaceae (holly family)
Distribution: Species native to e. North America
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4
Life form: Deciduous shrub/Subshrub
Plant Patent Info.: PP4,146; 8 November, 1977
Comments: This deciduous shrub holly is a late-flowering female (Southern type) that produces copious red fruits in the presence of a suitable male pollinator. The male selection 'Southern Gentleman' is a recommended male clone to pollinate this selection. These clones were selected by Simpson Nursery (Vincennes, IN) and grow 8-10' tall if not pruned. A wonderful selection to provide winter interest and wildlife food during winter.
Links: Missouri Botanical Garden Kemper Center- Plant Finder • US Patent and Trademark Office- Patent No. Search

Locations

  • 1: DAL: CN17 (CN17) • Accession: D1981-0015.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: HOL: BJ25 (BJ25) • Accession: D1989-0685.004 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 3: HOL: BJ28 (BJ28) • Accession: D1981-0015.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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