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Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy'
Common Name: Berry Heavy Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata ‘Berry Heavy’ is a deciduous shrub valued for its exceptionally heavy crop of bright red berries that densely line the stems after leaf drop in fall and winter. This winterberry holly has medium green foliage through the growing season, but its strongest ornamental effect comes after the leaves fall, when the vivid fruit becomes highly visible. The dense berry set makes it one of the most striking winter fruiting hollies. Type: Deciduous shrub Mature Size: Width: 5–7 ft · Height: 6–8 ft USDA Zones: 3a–9b Form: Upright, rounded Light: Full sun to part shade Soil: Moist to wet, acidic soil Water: Medium to high; prefers consistent moisture Wildlife: Berries attract birds Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for rain gardens, naturalized plantings, mixed shrub borders, and winter landscapes where bright fruit provides strong seasonal color. It performs especially well in moist sites. Care: Plant in moist acidic soil and avoid prolonged drought. Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed. A male winterberry such as Mr. PoppinsŪ is required nearby for reliable berry production.
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Shrub |
| Width: | 5'-7' |
| Height: | 6-8' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 3 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Bark Type: | Smooth |
| Landscape/Use: | Foundation, Mass Planting, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Rounded, Upright |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Wet Area, Average |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |