Little Goblin Orange winterberry

Ilex verticillata 'Little Goblin Orange'

ShrubAquifoliaceae

Little Goblin Orange winterberry
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall3 to 4 feet wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Dense
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn, winter
Soil types
Loam, clay
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

BorderHedgeLow maintenanceWinter interest

Attracts

Birds

Notes

'Little Goblin Orange' winterberry (Ilex verticillata 'Little Goblin Orange') is a shrub for borders, hedges, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy or clay soil. It grows in a dense, rounded shape and reaches about 35 to 47 inches tall and wide. Birds visit it, and it needs little care.

Pairs well with Common holly, Spicebush, Sensitive fern, and Winter aconite.