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ILEX mutchagara
Commonly known as Holly
Female. Dense upright branching habit with smallish green leaves. Although a rare species it makes a good windbreak
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Little-known shrub. Possibly a variety of I. crenata (Japanese holly). -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, leaf miners. -
Place of origin
Japan (Okinawa Island). -
EvergreenSmall leaves with marginal teeth but no spines.
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Fully hardy
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub with open, graceful habit. Black fruit.
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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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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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