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ILEX bioritsensis
Commonly known as Holly
Leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. Red berries.
£17.50
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BerriesThese plants have berries.On female plants
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Good to know
Syn. I. pernyi var. veitchii -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, leaf miners -
Place of origin
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EvergreenOvate to diamond-shaped leaves, 3-6cm (1¼-2½in) long, with 3-5 spines on each side with an extended tip
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Ovate
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Rhomboidal
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Height
9m (30ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubLarge shrub or small tree. Produces flowers on 2-year-old branches in spring followed, on female plants, by ellipsoid fruits to 10mm (½in) long, each containing 2 seeds
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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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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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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size9m (30ft)
5m (16ft)
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