Winterberry 'Berry Heavy'

Common Name: Winterberry 'Berry Heavy'

Scientific Name: Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy'

Zone: 3-9

Blossom Colour: White (inconspicuous flowers)

Flowering Type: Male and female flowers; requires a male plant for pollination

Summer Colour: Dark green, leathery leaves

Fall Colour: Red berries appear in fall, persisting into winter

Mature Height (ft): 6-8

Mature Spread (ft): 5-6

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 for healthy growth and berry production