Ilex
In the majority of species, male and female flowers usually grow on separate trees, thus plants of both sexes are required for the production of berries. However, some of the new cultivars are self-fertile, such as Ilex burfordii which has white flowers which look stunning against the dark, green glossy foliage and which are followed by bright red berries. This makes a great specimen shrub and is also excellent for hedging.
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Hollies prefer acid soil that is moderately fertile, well drained and humus-rich. Some hollies will grow in part shade, but most require full sun, especially the variegated ones which need the sun to show their two-tone colours to best effect.
Due to the fact that many species have spiny, thorny points on the undulating leaves, the Holly makes an excellent protective hedge. Hollies also respond well to pruning.
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aka Highclere Holly
A striking female form of Holly that slowly matures into a large shrub. The variegated foliage is almost 'spine-less' and is in tones of green and pale gold. The little white flowers appear in summer followed by pale red berries. Easy to grow and very hardy. Best in deep acid soil. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 6m x 4m
Ilex Altaclarensis Lawsoniana
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aka Holly Standard
The dark, green, glossy foliage of this Holly has a distinctive blue hue which is attractively highlighted by the dark purple stems. White flowers in spring but no berries as this is a male form. A very hardy no fuss shrub that clips well. Evergreen. Presented here as a standard.
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: Std
Ilex Blue Prince Std 80cm
Current Stock Height: STD-80/HGT-120 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$129.99
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This handsome variety has relatively long leaves marked in grey and edged in cream and purple stems - a very clean variegation. Compact, dense evergreen tree or shrub with purple young shoots. Nice small white flowers followed by red berries. Evergreen.
It is female and free fruiting but will require a male within bee travelling distance for the small white flowers to produce numerous red berries.
Habit: Dense Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 6m x 4m
Ilex Handsworth New Silver
Current Stock Height: 30/45 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$34.99
aka Japanese Holly
A delightful little Holly that is ideal for hedging and topiary work. Small glossy green leaves and a neat and tidy habit. This female clone has little black berries that follow the insignificant flowers. A worthy substitute for Box. Happy in a sunny position in nice deep soil. Hardy.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1.5m
Ilex Helleri
Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
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aka Holly
An unusual and desirable form of the hardy and ever reliable Holly. Very dark green leaves - can be used for hedging, topiary or as a background plant. Easy to grow just about anywhere but happiest in a sunny open spot. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2m
Ilex Lago
Current Stock Height: 30-40cm
Container: 1.9l ?
$24.99
Ilex Lago
Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm ?
Container: 25l ?
$129.99
aka Japanese Holly
Fabulous form and foliage make this Holly a useful and desirable plant. Growing naturally in a tight upright column it looks great in containers or can be used as an accent point. Happy in sun or part shade. Small white flowers followed by black berries but these are fairly inconspicuous. Evergreen.
This is also a useful plant where a narrow screen or hedge is required, it will do the job without dominating or becoming a constant trimming problem.
Habit: Columnar
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2m x 0.5m
Ilex Sky Pencil
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