Description
The Holly Oak is a striking addition to any landscape with its holly-like leaves that maintain their vibrant green colour throughout the year, lending timeless beauty to outdoor spaces. Its impressive drought tolerance and longevity underscore its hardiness, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Furthermore, the tree’s production of abundant acorns serves as a magnet for wildlife, contributing to the biodiversity of the surrounding environment.
Versatility is a hallmark of the Holly Oak, as it can serve as an ornamental tree, creating a focal point in gardens, or be incorporated into hedges for added privacy and aesthetics. Its adaptability to various landscaping designs and low-maintenance characteristics make it a versatile choice for both seasoned gardeners and newcomers. In summary, the Holly Oak seamlessly combines evergreen beauty, resilience, wildlife attraction, versatility, and low maintenance, making it an outstanding selection for those seeking a visually appealing and eco-friendly addition to their landscape.
Soil Preferences
Our hedges are grown and supplied in 100cm air pots, a decision made to provide our hedges with an optimal environment for healthy growth and development. These air pots are specially designed to promote robust root systems and overall plant well-being. This choice reflects our commitment to ensuring that our hedges not only thrive, but also enhance the beauty and functionality of our landscape.
- Holly Oak (Quercus Ilex) Soil Preferences:
- Drainage: Requires well-draining soil, avoiding waterlogged conditions.
- pH: Tolerant of a wide pH range (6.0 to 7.5).
- Soil Texture: Adaptable to various textures, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.
- Fertility: Flexible regarding soil fertility, but benefits from organic matter.
- Compaction: Tolerates some compaction but thrives in loose soil.
- Moisture Moderately drought-tolerant once established, but regular watering benefits young trees.
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