Looking for a compact native shrub that delivers a knockout punch of color through the coldest months? Meet Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite' — a female selection of our native deciduous holly that only grows around 4 feet tall and explodes with large, vibrant orangey-red berries from fall through early spring.
In this video, we’ll show you:
🌿 Why Red Sprite is a top pick for small spaces and wildlife gardens
🌸 How to pair it with a male pollinator like Ilex 'Jim Dandy' for maximum berry production
❄️ Its incredible cold hardiness (USDA Zone 4!) and one that (normally) is not bothered by deer and rabbits too!
🪴The difference expertly grown, premium-sized plants can make to get your garden off to a GREAT start.
Whether you're designing a winter-interest border, feeding the birds, or just want a low-maintenance native shrub that shines year-round, Red Sprite delivers.
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