The redosier dogwood is noted for its red-colored twigs in winter. Cardinal' is an introduction from the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Flaviramea' has yellow stems. The deep green leaves drop off in the fall revealing bright red fruit. The shrub attains a height of 6 to 10 feet.
Hollies are dioecious.
Male and female flowers are produced on separate plants. The cultivars 'Sparkleberry,' 'Winter Red,' and 'Christmas Cheer' produce abundant bright red berries. A male cultivar, such as 'Southern Gentleman' or 'Jim Dandy,' is required for pollination. Winterberries do require acid soils. Streamco' is a Soil Conservation Service, USDA introduction which was developed to prevent soil erosion along stream banks.