{"product_id":"houx-verticille","title":"Common Winterberry","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"mso-element: para-border-div; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt; margin: 6.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003eImportant note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e This plant is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/blogs\/nouvelles\/pourquoi-mon-arbre-fruitier-ne-fait-il-pas-de-fruits?\" title=\"Dioecious trees and shrubs\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/a\u003e , meaning that \u003cb\u003eboth a male and a female plant are required for fruit production.\u003c\/b\u003e Since the sex of young plants cannot be determined at this stage, \u003cu\u003eit is advisable to purchase two or more plants\u003c\/u\u003e to increase the chances of obtaining both sexes.\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Winterberry (\u003cem\u003eIlex verticillata\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant Winter Berries for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 3–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Common Winterberry (\u003cem\u003eIlex verticillata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003emoderate-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003every cold-hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 3–7). It typically grows \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaches \u003cstrong\u003e3–16 ft at maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best for \u003cstrong\u003eornamental landscaping\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewildlife gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ewet areas\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers \u003cstrong\u003ebright red berries that persist into winter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent tolerance to moist and poorly drained soils\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Common Winterberry for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003enative-style shrub with exceptional winter interest\u003c\/strong\u003e, Winterberry stands out in Canadian landscapes for its \u003cstrong\u003evivid berries after leaf drop\u003c\/strong\u003e and ability to thrive in challenging wet soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornament \/ Wildlife habitat \/ Natural hedge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright red berries in fall and winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoorly drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized and woodland settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates and snow conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrub Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–16 ft (1–5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist \/ Adaptable \/ Acidic soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Common Winterberry Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Common Winterberry if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want strong visual interest within 2–4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 3–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want winter colour + wildlife attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for wet areas or naturalized planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil is very dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want evergreen screening (deciduous shrub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to walkways (berries may drop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter interest focal shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife and bird-friendly planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain gardens or wet areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative landscape designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winterberry produces \u003cstrong\u003eabundant red berries on bare branches\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating strong winter contrast. Its \u003cstrong\u003etolerance of wet soils\u003c\/strong\u003e and dense growth make it highly adaptable in difficult planting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Common Winterberry Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white flowers appear, attracting pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense green foliage forms a full shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves drop to reveal developing bright red berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branches covered in persistent red berries create striking seasonal interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003ewinter display of berries on bare branches\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most distinctive features among cold-climate shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Common Winterberry is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7 and tolerates cold temperatures, snow load, and typical Canadian winters very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from extreme drying winds if exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–10 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5–8 ft between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once or twice per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain consistent soil moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Common Winterberry grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 3 and performs very well across Ontario and Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A male plant is required nearby for berry production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Roots are not considered invasive, but allow proper spacing for mature growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to moderate. Berries may drop late in the season, but generally remain on branches through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9568%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5155%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4442%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.5354%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.5909%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5155%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Common Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/common-winterberry\"\u003eCommon Winterberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4442%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.5354%;\"\u003eWinter berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.5909%;\"\u003eSeasonal interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5155%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"American Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/american-cranberry\"\u003eAmerican Cranberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"American cranberry (Viburnum trilobum)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/american-cranberry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4442%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.5354%;\"\u003eRed berries + attractive fall foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.5909%;\"\u003eHedging, natural screens, wildlife support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5155%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Snowberry (Symphoricarpos albus)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/snowberry\"\u003eSnowberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.4442%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.5354%;\"\u003eWhite berries persisting into winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.5909%;\"\u003eNatural hedges, erosion control, wildlife cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-Friendly Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 3 Trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter Interest Plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Shrubs for Winter Interest in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to Design a Four-Season Landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (110 ml)","offer_id":47318918791487,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47318918824255,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Houx-verticille.jpg?v=1700526645","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/common-winterberry","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}