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ILEX x koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf'
Commonly known as Holly
('Castanaefolia') - purple new growth and thick leathery green leaves edged with spiny teeth. Red fruits
(UK Delivery Only)
£22.50 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Female form. I. aquifolium x I. latifolia. Large, red berries when pollinated by male. Wildlife plant - insects, birds -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids (on young shoots), scale insects, leaf miners, Phytophthora root rot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. France. -
EvergreenOblong to elliptic, light green leaves 8-12cm (3-5in) long
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Fully hardy
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Height
7m (23ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubNarrowly conical shrub with olive-green twigs
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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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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size7m (23ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Ilex - Growing Guide
