Most dwarf of the Winterberries with large 1/2 in. bright red fruits in abundance. Slow growing, broader than tall. Use I.v. ‘Jim Dandy’ or I.v. ‘Raritan Chief’ for pollination. Selected from a native species.
Product Description
ILEX verticillata ‘Red Sprite’ – Red Sprite Winterberry
Most dwarf of the Winterberries with large 1/2 in. bright red fruits in abundance. Slow growing, broader than tall. Use I.v. ‘Jim Dandy’ or I.v. ‘Raritan Chief’ for pollination. Selected from a native species.
Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade
Soil: Tolerates Most Soils, Prefers Acidic, Moist
Size: Height 2-4ft., Spread 3-5ft.
Zone: 4
Flower: Insignificant
Bloom Time: Summer
Attributes: Native, Showy Fruits, Attracts Birds, Clay Soil Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant