Family Aquifoliaceae
Originating from western and southern Europe, northern Africa, western Asia
Slow growing evergreen tree with spiny undulate leaves boldly edged with cream and tinged pink when young, small white flowers in May/June followed by red berries. Attractive to pollinating insects.
Grow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun/part shade.
Eventual mature plant size :
Height 15m+
Spread 4m
Height and spread after 3 – 4 years 1.8m x 1.5m
Semi mature height and spread after 7 – 8 years if not clipped or pruned 3.5m x 2.5m
Potential mature height and spread after 15 – 20 years 15m x 4m
