does anyone know the name of the woody red berried shrub that grows in marshland?

Question

i believe that it grows inthe New England area only. The berries are bright red. They are always found in swampy areas. Does anyone know what this shrub is called?

Answer 1

ilex verticillata or winterberry holly. It is native to NE wetland areas with a bright red fruit display in the late fall - early winter time frame. Even though it naturally grows in wetter areas it is surprisingly well suited for just about any landscape site with exception of very hot & dry sites. There are many different named selections which are selected for: profusion of fruit, fruit color, fruit persistance, or compact stature (like red sprite). It is a must have for the true new england garden but don't plant it with prominance because its unattractive gray/silver bark, irregular branching, and poor bronzy green foliage make this plant unpleasant to look at most of the year. It is easy enough to appreciate in the border as your eye will be drawn to it when it is loaded with fruit and looks like something.

Answer 2

Could be Mahaw Berry

Answer 3

It sounds to me like cranberries, I have seen it grown in Oregon too. In fact there is a place that grows them south of Coos Bay on Highway 101.

Answer 4

ilex verticillata or winterberry holly I agrre. You also need a male and female for it to bear its berries.

Answer 5

that sounds like cranberries. they are all over in new england but most marshy areas in the u.s. have them. michigan has them also.