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ILEX x altaclerensis 'Golden King'

Commonly known as Highclere holly

Female, gold edged leaf
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Oblong to ovate, spine-toothed or entire leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
  • Height
    6m (20ft)
  • Spread
    4m (13ft)
  • Hedge
    Ideal for hedging
  • Tall Shrub
    Female with a compact form. Produces few reddish brown berries ripening to red.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    For best leaf colour.
  • Partial shade

ILEX x altaclerensis 'Golden King'

 
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£15.00 each 
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Any 3+ £14.00 each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    When pollinated
    Good to know
    I. aquifolium x I. perado. Ultimate size in 20-50 years
    Pests & Diseases
    Scale insects, leaf miners.
    Place of origin
    Garden origin.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea
    Suitable for small gardens
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Gold variegated
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile, humus-rich
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Ilex - Growing Guide
6m (20ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  4m (13ft)
  

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