Ilex Aquifolium 'Alaska' (Holly)

Species	:	Ilex Aquifolium Alaska
Common Name(s)	:	Holly
Genus	:	Ilex
Seasons of Interest	:	Autumn Interest
Shape	:	Pyramidal
Mature Size	:	Small (under 10m)
Tolerances	:	Shade Tolerant
Tree uses	:	Raised Screening Trees,Garden,Screening Trees

A great clone of the common holly with spikey, dark, glossy foliage.

A great clone of common Holly with spiky, dark, glossy foliage.

We grow this variety as a single stemmed full standard tree ideal for either specimen planting or for spot screening.

Female. The dark evergreen foliage contrasts well with the vivid red berries that are produced in the autumn.

It retains an upright pyramidal habit and is a useful tree for screening in gardens.

Tolerant of shade and prefers well drained soils.

Mature height: 5-10m

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