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Ideal for natural screening in overlooked gardens, Ilex castaneifolia (Chestnut Leaf holly) is an evergreen tree with dense foliage. The key features of this Holly tree are its…
1. Foliage. Ilex castaneifolia has serrated, chestnut-like leaves. These glossy leaves are unusually large for a holly and resemble Sweet chestnut (hence the name). This dense foliage provides offers a natural solution to privacy by providing gardens with year round coverage.
2. Versatility. The dense, pyramidal crown of the Chestnut Leaf holly means that it can be used as a specimen or screen in any sized garden.
3. Growth rate and maintenance. Reaching an eventual height of around 8m+/-, Ilex castaneifolia has a moderate growth which means that it is low maintenance and easy to manage.
4. Hardiness. The Chestnut Leaf holly is a hardy tree that tolerates all but waterlogged soils.
Frequently Asked Questions
Container grown trees can be planted all year round. Watch our video guide on how to do so.
As a guide, we recommend giving each tree 5 litres of water every other day during the growing season. The water should be directed at the base of the trunk.
5 Litres is a good starting point to make sure that the ground stays moist, if the soil starts to become saturated or dry adjust the amount as required.
We can offer our planting service if you are local to the nursery. Planting prices are dependent on the size of the pot. Please contact us if you would like a quote.
