Evergreen Oak Tree | Quercus ilex

Evergreen Oak Tree | Quercus ilexA wonderful choice for year round interest in your garden Dark green, glossy foliage similar to that of a holly tree gives its common name Holly Oak The spiny evergreen leaves provide a brilliant foil for other plants Young green autumn acorns adorn this Holly Oak and mature to a dark red before falling These acorns are popular with wildlife such as squirrels, whilst the spring catkins are visited by bees and the evergreen canopy provides shelter to

reminiscent of almonds

well-drained soil (don’t allow to dry out) in sun or part shade

cooking and baking – just think of the crumbles you’ll make…

The vigorous plants are compact

As we move into autumn

plants produce small and attractive fruits which are a very practical size

ensure that the leaves finish the growing cycle which in turn will produce strong

dwarf Prins Claus is a botanical Crocus that shines in the garden and proudly proclaims the arrival of spring

A fertile soil that easily drains is ideal for these tropical plants

The berries produced by the plant are a favourite with songbirds like robins and finches

Neat bushy plants produce long lasting nectar-laden flowers which are simply loved by bees

Wonderfully scented blooms with sublime beauty