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Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' Tree

Name: Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: IKC.SS.12.1
Price: 80.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Holly Tree

Single stem tree, 150-200cm, 12L pot

£80

£80 ~~£80~~

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Single stem tree

Classic tree with one trunk

Despatched within 2-4 weeks

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 5m x 3m in 20 years

Foliage Large green leaves year round

Soil Tolerant of most soil types

Description

Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' has large, spiny leaves reminiscent of Chestnut leaves that remain a feature throughout the year. The glossy evergreen leaves grow on bright green stems and are supplemented in small white flowers in spring. In autumn, large red berries can make an appearance.

Preferring a sunny position, Ilex × koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' copes well with inland wind. This ornamental variety of Holly has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit and will grow to a height and spread of 5 x 3 metres in 20 years.

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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