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ILEX aquifolium 'Pyramidalis'
Commonly known as Common holly
Self-fertile, narrowly conical, upright, female form
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 knowUltimate size in 20-50 years. Form of the native holly. Wildlife plant - birds, insects. Conical form can be maintained into maturity by trimming.
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Pests & DiseasesScale insects, leaf miners
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Place of originGarden origin
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EvergreenNarrowly elliptic, entire to few-spined, bright green leaves 6-8cm (2½-3in) long.
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Cream
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Fully hardy
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Height6m (20ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree with yellow-green stems. Produces abundant bright red berries
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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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 Size6m (20ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterSuitable for small gardensWoodland garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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 sunPartial shade
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Ilex - Growing Guide
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