Berry Nice® Winterberry Holly
Ilex verticillata 'Spriber'
Berry Nice produces copious amounts of dark red berries to be enjoyed in fall and winter. This native offers superior fruit set and retention and is mildew resistant. The berries add color to winter landscapes and are stunning in floral arrangements. Planting a male selection near by greatly improves fruiting.
| Key feature: | Showy Fruit |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Rustic |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 3 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Does well in wet areas. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches six to eight feet tall and three to five wide. |
| Growth habit: | Columnar |
| Special features: | Attracts Birds, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, North American Native |
| Landscape uses: | Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Very Wet Areas, Woodland Garden |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 7493 |
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Care Information
Adaptable to wet soils, both light and heavy. Best if pruned in late winter or early spring.
Berry Nice produces copious amounts of dark red berries to be enjoyed in fall and winter. This native offers superior fruit set and retention and is mildew resistant. The berries add color to winter landscapes and are stunning in floral arrangements. Planting a male selection near by greatly improves fruiting.
Care Information
Adaptable to wet soils, both light and heavy. Best if pruned in late winter or early spring.
| Key feature: | Showy Fruit |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Rustic |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 3 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Does well in wet areas. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches six to eight feet tall and three to five wide. |
| Growth habit: | Columnar |
| Special features: | Attracts Birds, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, North American Native |
| Landscape uses: | Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Very Wet Areas, Woodland Garden |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 7493 |
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