£21.55
he English Holly – Ilex aquifolium, at 60-80cm in a 2-litre pot, is perfect for starting a classic British hedge or adding evergreen structure to gardens. Known for its spiky, glossy leaves and potential for bright red berries, this young plant will grow into a dense, wildlife-friendly shrub. It’s tough, low-maintenance, and ideal for privacy and security as it matures.
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The English Holly Ilex aquifolium, measuring 60-80cm in a 2-litre pot, is a lovely specimen that’s ready to establish itself in your garden. This particular size gives your holly an excellent foundation, perfect for creating an impressive hedge or introducing some permanent foliage to your planting areas. English Holly remains a quintessential British favourite, renowned for its sharp, lustrous dark green leaves that bring festive cheer during the winter months. As this young plant matures, it’ll form that thick, compact growth pattern that makes holly superb for screening and creating privacy from prying eyes.
Though it’s just starting out, this holly has the potential to develop into a sizeable shrub or modest tree, possibly growing up to 15 metres given free rein – but no worries, regular trimming keeps it perfectly manageable. During late spring, tiny white blooms appear which, provided you have male and female specimens nearby, transform into those famous scarlet berries come autumn. These berries provide essential nourishment for garden birds during the harsh winter months when natural food sources become scarce.
Holly’s incredibly hardy, tolerating various soil conditions and situations. As a native species, it thrives in our weather and plays a vital role in supporting indigenous wildlife. Birds favour its dense branches for nesting sites, and it serves as a host plant for holly blue butterflies.
Position your holly in sunny or partially shaded spots with good drainage. It adapts to most soil types though shows a preference for slightly acidic conditions. Keep well-watered whilst establishing, particularly through dry periods. An annual application of general-purpose fertiliser each spring maintains healthy growth. Trim during winter or early spring to maintain desired shape. Bear in mind that only female specimens bear berries, requiring a male plant close by for successful pollination.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
1x 60-80cm Holly plant supplied in a 2L pot.
🇬🇧 UK grown by ourselves at our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire.
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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