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ILEX x altaclerensis 'Hodginsii'
Commonly known as Highclere holly
Vigorous and small red berries
£15.50
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £14.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
I. aquifolium x I. perado. Excellent for tall hedges and windbreaks -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, leaf miner, Phytophthora root rot -
Place of origin
Garden origin -
EvergreenBroadly ovate, glossy, black-green leaves 5-8cm (2-3in) long, spine-toothed when young
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Cream
Usually cream -
Cup-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Height
14m (46ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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TreeVigorous tree with dark purple stems. Small flowers with 3-8 petals
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°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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Broadly columnar
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size14m (46ft)
10m (33ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the seaWoodland garden
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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
Planting Combinations