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Quercus ilex

holm oak

holm oak

Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: deep, fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: slow-growing
Flowering period: June
Hardiness: fully hardy

A rounded, evergreen tree with lance-shaped, dark green leaves and smooth dark grey bark. In June the new, silver-white leaves appear, along with the golden yellow male catkins, followed in autumn by rounded acorns, either singularly or in bunches. An attractive tree which tolerates salt spray and strong winds, and is often seen planted as a windbreak or along avenues in coast towns.
Garden care: When planting incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter in the planting hole. Minimal pruning is required.