ILEX corallina
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ILEX corallina
Commonly known as Holly
(syn. centrochinensis) - slender pointed and serrated leaves with small red fruits
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, leaf miners -
Place of origin
Central China to Myanmar -
EvergreenDeep green, shiny, spiny leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Yellow
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Elliptic
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Lanceolate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
Tall ShrubPurplish red berries in autumn on pollinated plants
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Ilex - Growing Guide
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