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Grow a beautiful and lesser-known native holly with Ilex montana, commonly called Mountain Winterberry. This hardy deciduous shrub or small tree is native to the eastern United States and is admired for its glossy green foliage, subtle spring flowers, and bright red berries that provide seasonal interest and wildlife value.
Ilex montana is an excellent choice for native plant gardens, woodland edges, wildlife habitats, and naturalized landscapes. Like other hollies, it is dioecious, meaning a male plant is required for female plants to produce berries. The berries are an important winter food source for birds, and the plant contributes to ecological diversity in native settings.
You will receive:
✔️ 10 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, native species
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful planting
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Mountain Winterberry
Botanical Name: Ilex montana
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained
Mature Height: 10–30 feet
Bloom Time: Late spring
Berry Color: Red (female plants only)
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Cold Stratification: Required (60–90 days)
Ilex montana is well adapted to woodland settings, slopes, and native landscapes, and benefits from consistent moisture during establishment.
Mountain Winterberry Seeds – Ilex montana, Native Deciduous Holly, Red Berries, Wildlife Shrub (10 Seeds)
$9.99