| 1–3 | — | $29.25 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 4-9 | 5% off | $27.79 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $24.86 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $21.94 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $19.01 ea |
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Ilex verticillata 'Spravy'
Choose Berry Heavy® Winterberry if you want a native shrub with heavy red winter berries for a moist bed. The tradeoff: it is deciduous and needs a compatible male winterberry nearby for fruit.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | The red berries show strongly after leaf drop and are the main reason to plant it. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It fills in at a good pace when planted in moisture-retentive soil. |
| Maintenance | B | It is simple once established, but berry production depends on having the right male nearby. |
| Deer Resistance | C | This isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | C | It needs more room than compact winterberries and can overwhelm narrow beds. |
| Screening Value | D | It drops its leaves, so it should not be counted on for privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically place Berry Heavy where the winter stems can be seen from a window, driveway, or entry, and we'd include Mr. Poppins® if no male winterberry is already nearby.
| Mature Height | 7 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 7 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-8a |
| Spacing | 7 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | moist to wet |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, multi-stem |
No, it needs a compatible male winterberry such as Mr. Poppins® nearby.
No, it drops its leaves; the winter show is the red berries on bare stems.
Yes, moist to wet soil is one of the best reasons to choose it.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31263
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