ILEX perado subsp. platyphylla
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ILEX perado subsp. platyphylla
Commonly known as Canary Island holly, Madeira holly
A remarkably good windbreak in salt laden gales with huge oval leaves
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Canary Islands, Azores -
EvergreenBroadly ovate leaves 10-15cm (4-6in) long.
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Coastal / windsweptIn milder coastal areas
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
6-10m (20-33ft) -
Spread
7m (23ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubOr small tree
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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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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°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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Broadly columnar
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Mature Size6-10m (20-33ft)
7m (23ft)
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Ilex - Growing Guide
