| | | Family | Aquifoliaceae | | Plant Type | deciduous shrub | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft) | | Spread | 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | This plant has foliage that is greyish lime in colour. Showy and bright red fruit are produced by Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' (winterberry). | | Typical Uses | Hedge. | | Special Characteristics | Birds are attracted to Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' . In the winter, Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' provides winter interest. | | |