Little Goblin® Red Winterberry — Ilex verticillata 'NCIV1' (Dwarf Native Winterberry Holly)

Little Goblin® Red Winterberry (Ilex verticillata 'NCIV1') is one of the most ornamentally spectacular and ecologically valuable of all native shrubs in the winter landscape — a dwarf, vase-like GA native deciduous shrub that through the growing season provides clean, deep green foliage that turns bright yellow in fall, before the leaves drop to reveal what this plant is truly famous for: densely packed, abundant clusters of extra-large, vivid red berries that cling to every branch and persist through the coldest winter months, providing both a brilliant ornamental display against winter skies and a critically important food source for birds. A native food source for numerous bird species, pollinators, and wildlife, Ilex verticillata is also a native host plant for several moths and the Henry's Elfin Butterfly. Note that a male pollinator plant (Little Goblin® Guy is ideal) must be planted nearby for berry production. Note: berries are toxic to humans but beloved by wildlife. Best in moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Hardy to Zone 3.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Ensure well-drained soils. A male pollinator plant is required for berry production — Little Goblin® Guy is the ideal companion. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hotter climates to prevent leaf scorch.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Privacy Screens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Azalea, Camellia, Arrowwood Viburnum

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.