Holly

What is Holly?

Holly is an evergreen plant with spiny leaves and bright red berries. It is often used as a decorative plant during the Christmas season.

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Key Information:

• Soil
  Plant in well drained slightly acidic soil
• When To Plant
  Spring or Autumn
• Plant Type
  Hardy evergreen bush
• Feeding
  Feed in Spring with a bell balanced fertiliser
• Compost
  Multi-Purpose
• Watering
  Water regularly when first planted
• Pruning
  Prune in December, especially when using the foliage
• Light
  Full sun
• Did You Know?
  Only female holly trees produce bright red berries

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Types of Holly:

1. American holly (Ilex opaca)
2. English holly (Ilex aquifolium)
3. Japanese holly (Ilex crenata)
4. Inkberry holly (Ilex glabra)
5. Yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria)

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