Ilex verticillata ~ Winterberry butterfly is a small deciduous tree

is a small deciduous tree or large shrub that is native to the southern United States

The large purple-pink flowers have a strong bloom in mid-spring and smaller blooms in summer and fall

lobed rounded leaves that create a basal mound merge various shades of rose and gold tones that turn sliver-touched burgundy with deep purple veining as it matures

Zorro Hydrangea is a compact deciduous shrub with sturdy purple-black stems and dark green leaves that turn red in fall

Ilex verticillata ~ Winterberry butterfly is a small deciduous treeWinterberry typically grows as a large shrub or small tree, reaching heights of 6 to 15 feet (1. 8 to 4. 5 meters) with a similar spread. It has a dense, rounded form and dark green, serrated leaves that turn yellow in the fall before dropping. The most notable feature of Winterberry is its clusters of berries that appear in the fall. The berries are a brilliant red color and provide a striking contrast against the bare branches during the winter