25 Winterberry Holly Seeds – Ilex verticillata – Native Red Berry Shrub – Wildlife Garden

📩 Only Pay Shipping Once! Order as many seed varieties as you like — you’ll only be charged one flat shipping fee. We carefully package every seed packet. If you have any questions about planting or need help choosing varieties, feel free to message us anytime! 🌱💛 shrub known for its brilliant red berries that persist through fall and winter. Unlike evergreen hollies, Winterberry drops its leaves in autumn, leaving branches covered in vivid berries that provide striking winter color and food for birds and wildlife. This hardy shrub thrives in rain gardens, woodland edges, and native landscapes. Note: Male and female plants are required for berry production. Botanical Name: Ilex verticillata Common Name: Winterberry Holly Type: Deciduous shrub USDA Zones: 3–9 Height: 6–12 feet Bloom Time: Spring Fruit: Bright red berries in fall and winter Light: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Moist to wet, acidic soil Water Needs: Moderate to high Cold stratification recommended – 60–90 days improves germination. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Sow seeds about 1/2 inch deep in moist soil. Germination may take 1–3 months after stratification.