Quercus ilex (Holm oak)
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12m max. spread |
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15m max. height |
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20-50 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Quercus ilex
Other names: Holm oak, Evergreen oak, Holly-leaved oak, Holly-oak, Ilex
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Genus: Quercus
Species: Q. ilex - Q. ilex is a large evergreen tree forming a dense crown of rounded leaves and inconspicuous yellow-green catkins in spring followed by characteristic acorns.
Quercus ilex is: Evergreen
Flower: Yellow-green in Spring
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Fruit: Brown in Autumn
Tree shape: Large, rounded crown
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Plant with: Galanthus nivalis (Common snowdrop), Galanthus 'Bertram Anderson' (Snowdrop 'Bertram Anderson')
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Specific pests: Leaf mining moths , Aphids
Diseases: Generally disease-free.
Specific diseases: Oak galls , Oak wilt
General care
Pruning: Can be used as hedging in coastal areas if pruned accordingly.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Grafting, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Quercus ilex (Holm oak) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Coastal, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Mediterranean
Cultivation: Plant in deep, fertile, well-drained soil.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Shade | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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