Product Description

Little Goblin Red Winterberry is a dwarf deciduous shrub with a vase-like habit and deep green foliage that turns yellow in fall.  The abundant clusters of extra-large red berries persists through winter. Best planted in moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils.  Hollies are dioecious and need both male and female plants to produce fruit. Ideal pollinator is Little Goblin Guy.

Ilex verticillata is a native food source for several animals and pollinators, and acts as a host for various moths and the Henry’s Elfin Butterfly.  While the wildlife enjoys the berries they are toxic to humans.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.   Well-drained soils essential.   Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew.  Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Privacy Screen, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Azalea, Camellia, Hydrangea

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Little Goblin® Red Winterberry Holly

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

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