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Ilex aquifolium (female)

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English Holly, aquifolium Ilex, English Holly Ilex aquifolium, English Holly Plant, aquifolium, Ilex aquifolium Tree, Ilex aq, Berries aquifolium, European Holly Tree

The female form of Ilex aquifolium features spiny, dark green leaves that become adorned with small, white flowers in spring. These result in red berries through autumn and winter as it grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. The texture of this English Holly sets it apart from other landscape plants and makes it perfect for including in a mixed planting, trimming into a hedge, maintaining in a container, or planting for winter colour.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asEnglish Holly, aquifolium Ilex, English Holly Ilex aquifolium, English Holly Plant, aquifolium, Ilex aquifolium Tree, Ilex aq, Berries aquifolium, European Holly Tree

Ilex aquifolium (female) Details

The female form of Ilex aquifolium is an evergreen shrub grown for its glossy foliage and colourful berries. The spiny, dark green leaves are adorned with small, white flowers in spring which result in red berries through autumn and winter. The berries add an interesting dimension to this plant and are great for attracting birds. This English Holly grows densely with an upright and spreading habit to about 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this shrub are achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Ilex aquifolium are tolerant of dry periods, cool climates, frost, and coastal environments. The texture of this English Holly sets it apart from other landscape plants and makes it perfect for including in a mixed planting, trimming into a hedge, maintaining in a container, or planting for winter colour.

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