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2L pot shown; pictured in March
2L pot shown; pictured in March
Ilex aquifolium
Ilex aquifolium
Ilex aquifolium
Ilex aquifolium

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Common Holly

Ilex aquifolium

Ilex aquifolium

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Ilex aquifolium is an evergreen shrub or tree used for hedging, screening or as a standalone tree. It has hardened spiked green leaves with small white flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. Female plants bear the famous bright red berries into winter.
Choose a size: 9cm pot

Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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Key features

Ilex aquifolium (Common Holly)

Native to the UK and wider Europe, this long-lived holly develops dense, prickly foliage that looks amazing in woodland-style gardens.

Plants are dioecious - meaning berries form only on female specimens when a male plant is nearby. These fruits mean this plant is great for attracting birds as it becomes an important winter food source.

Ivy grows across most soil types in full or part sun and will tolerate exposed sites. Trim regularly to help keep its shape - this plant can tolerate rigorous pruning.
  • Good for exposed areas
    Great in exposed areas
  • Grows well in poor soil
    Grows in poor soil
  • Low maintenance plant
    Low maintenance
  • Attracts birds
    Attracts birds
  • Suitable for privacy screening
    Use as privacy screening

Plant background

Botanical Name: Ilex aquifolium Common Name: Common Holly Genus: Ilex
Plant Type: Shrubs, Trees, and Hedging Native Area: Europe, NW Africa, W Asia Colour(s): Red and White

Characteristics

Eventual Height: 10m+ Eventual Spread: ~6-8m Hardiness: H6 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Evergreen Preferred Sunlight: Part Sun Preferred Soil: Most soil types

Seasonal information

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