Quercus ilex
Quercus ilex
Quercus ilex
Quercus ilex

Quercus ilex

£91.50

Evergreen Oak - Holly Oak - Holm Oak - A large evergreen tree with attractive, corrugated bark and a rounded head of branches. The leathery, glossy dark green leaves are greyish-downy beneath. The leaves vary in shape and may be smooth or toothed. Yellow catkins are produced during June. Responds well to trimming and will tolerate shade. Excellent for coastal planting and will make a magnificent evergreen hedge which is resistant to sea winds. Thrives in any moist, well drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Hardiness rating H4.

Evergreen / Deciduous

  • Evergreen

Flower Color

  • Yellow

Attractive to Bees

  • No

Attractive to Birds

  • No

Attractive to Butterflies

  • No

British Grown

  • Yes

Flowering Season

  • Spring

Height/Size

  • 175-200cm

Mature Height

  • Higher than 12 metres

Native to UK

  • No

PH

  • Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Shape/Habit

  • Bushy

Sun Levels

  • Full sun, Partial shade

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