Ilex koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' (Pleached) Native slower growing and more maroon-purple

slower growing and more maroon-purple in colour

with lush foliage and an interesting canopy when viewed from beneath

Suitable for calcareous soils

drying winds or morning sun when flowering

turning coppery-gold in autumn

Ilex koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' (Pleached) Native slower growing and more maroon-purpleA soft leaved, female holly with a rich emerald green, chestnut like spiny foliage, here beautifully trained into an attractive pleach. Small white flowers in spring followed by masses of red berries in autumn (if male plant nearby). Best in free draining, humus rich soil in full sun or part shade. Prune 1 2 times a year to retain shape. Non invasive roots. H5