Winterberry 'Red Sprite'

Common Name: Winterberry 'Red Sprite'

Scientific Name: Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite'

Zone: 3-9

Blossom Colour: White (inconspicuous flowers)

Flowering Type: Female; requires a male plant for pollination

Summer Colour: Dark green, leathery leaves

Fall Colour: Bright red berries appear in fall, persisting into winter

Mature Height (ft): 3-4

Mature Spread (ft): 3-4

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shrub

Watering: Moderate; prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil

Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and berry production