Winter Red Winterberry Holly
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Winter Red Winterberry Holly |
| Botanical Name | Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Height | 6 to 8 ft |
| Mature Width | 6 to 8 ft |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Bloom Period | June to July |
| Seasonal Interest | Fall, Winter |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Bronze Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Decorative Fruit |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Wet,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water slow and deep, allow drying to 2" depth before watering again. |
| Fertilize Notes | Plant in an acid-rich location. Watch for yellowing chlorotic leaves, an indication that a soil test is needed. Adjust pH after testing soil. |
| Prune Notes | Remove branches at ground level that criss cross, rub other branches, or are over 1" in diameter. Remove 1/3 of the bush. Blooms on new growth, so prune late winter or early spring. |