ILEX x altaclerensis 'Hodginsii'

Commonly known as Highclere holly

Vigorous and small red berries
  • Evergreen
    Broadly ovate, glossy, black-green leaves 5-8cm (2-3in) long, spine-toothed when young
  • Cream
    Usually cream
  • Height
    14m (46ft)
  • Spread
    10m (33ft)
  • Hedge
    Ideal for hedging
  • Tree
    Vigorous tree with dark purple stems. Small flowers with 3-8 petals
  • 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
  • Partial shade

ILEX x altaclerensis 'Hodginsii'

 
£15.00  
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £14.00 each

 

  • Additional Features
    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
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • 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
  • Tree Shape
    Broadly columnar
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Bird friendly
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14m (46ft)
tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  10m (33ft)
 

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