winterberry

Winterberry (Ilex verticillata 'Goldfinch') should be watered deeply once a week while the soil is dry, but not soggy. Watering frequency may vary depending on soil type, temperature, and light levels. During the hottest months of summer, an additional shallow watering may be needed because of the increased evaporation. During the winter, water only when the soil is dry to the touch. Make sure to use slow, deep watering for the plants to help prevent root rot.

Winterberry (Ilex verticillata 'Goldfinch') needs 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day, preferably in the morning or early afternoon and in the spring through autumn months. Winterberry prefers 1 full day of sunshine during the summer months. Winterberry plants do not perform well if placed in full sun all day. It is best to keep this plant species in partial shade rather than full sun when possible.

Winterberry (Ilex verticillata 'Goldfinch') should be pruned annually in late winter or very early in the spring. Make sure all of the pruning cuts are made while the plant is still dormant. Pruning of this particular plant should focus on clearing out the older, thicker woody stems in order to produce more new growth. Approximately 1-third of the oldest stems should be cut out at the base of the bush. The remaining old growth should then be judiciously thinned out to reduce crowding. Don't forget to prune out any dead or diseased branches as well.