Winterberry
Formats
This Holly or Winterberry is known for its bright red berries, characteristic for remaining on the plant throughout the autumn-winter season. Widely used in bouquets and Christmas decorations, a classic!
Shrub up to 2m high and 1.5m wide. Bright green deciduous leaves, changing hue in spring and autumn. Bright red berries. Slow growing.
It prefers clayey, sandy or loamy and moist soils. Direct sun exposure or semi-shade.
Use
Christmas Tree, Balcony & Courtyard, Decorative, Cut flower, Gardening, Urban garden, Baskets & Containers
Calendar
Zone map
Flowering
| Flower colour | White |
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| Flowering period | March, April, May, June, Spring |
| Fruit colour | Red |
Foliage
| Foliage persistence | Deciduous |
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| Foliage colour | Autumn, Green |
Botanical information
| Common name | ILEX VERTICILLATA - Winterberry |
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When to plant?
| Sowing period | January, March, April, November, December, Spring, Winter |
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| Stratification | Yes |
| Average germination (%) | 20 |
| Seeds per gram | 166 |
Where to plant?
| Type of use | Christmas Tree, Balcony & Courtyard, Decorative, Cut flower, Gardening, Urban garden, Baskets & Containers |
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| Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
| Soil pH | No preference |
| Soil type | Clay, Sand, Loam, Rich |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained, Moist |
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