- Partial Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 - 8 Feet
- Mature Width 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 9
Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry Holly (Ilex verticillata 'Roberta Case') brightens winter landscapes with abundant clusters of large, golden berries that persist well into the cold months. Standing six to eight feet tall with glossy green leaves, this shrub creates an impressive focal point or colorful hedge, drawing attention when most plants lie dormant. With unique golden berries rather than traditional reds, Berry Heavy® Gold offers an elegant alternative for gardens, mass plantings, or stunning seasonal cuttings. It thrives in wet and boggy conditions, offering superior versatility over other hollies.
Choosing live holiday décor like Berry Heavy® Gold provides lasting value beyond festive celebrations. This living holly makes a thoughtful gift, offering recipients something beautiful and meaningful to plant in spring. Indoors, the golden berries serve as striking natural ornaments, adding warmth to winter interiors. Later, you can move the shrub outdoors to provide shelter and nourishment for songbirds.
Holiday Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry Holly Care
Keep Berry Heavy® Gold in a cool spot indoors where it receives indirect but bright sunlight and maintain consistently moist soil without allowing waterlogging. Avoid placing it near direct heat sources, as cooler conditions help the berries remain fresh and attractive. Minimal pruning indoors ensures optimal berry production when the plant transitions outdoors.
When the risk of frost passes, gradually introduce your holly outdoors, increasing its exposure each day. Select a planting site offering full sun to partial shade with moist, slightly acidic soil. Dig a planting hole wide enough to comfortably fit the root ball, position the shrub with its crown level to the soil surface, backfill, and water thoroughly. Ensure proper berry production by planting a compatible male pollinator like Mr. Poppins® Winterberry within approximately fifty feet.
Holiday Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry Holly Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Bush |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Mature Spacing: 6 - 9 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Greenish-White |
| Flower Description: Small and Inconspicuous with Four Petals |
| Bloom Period: Late spring or early summer |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Dark Green in Summer and Purplish-Black in Fall |
| Foliage Description: Elliptic, Toothed, Glossy |
| Seasonal Interest: 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Wet |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Squirrels |
| Uses: Combinations, Container, Hanging Baskets |
| Features: Fall Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary, Pollinator Attractor |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Common Name: Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry Holly |
| Other Name(s): Goldflame Winterberry Holly, Roberta Case Winterberry, Black Alder Gold Winterberry |
| Scientific Name: Ilex verticillata 'Roberta Case' |
- SKU:
- ILEHG-Holiday
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations