Holly, Winterberry Red Sprite #3Red Sprite Winterberry Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite' A profusion of bright red berries on this hardy deciduous shrub will brighten the winter landscape and provide food for overwintering birds. Use as foundation color, for a natural hedge, or in a shrub border for seasonal interest. An early flowering male pollenizer such as Jim Dandy Winterberry is required for berry set.