Ilex aquifolium 'Handsworth New Silver' 3 Litres

Ilex aquifolium 'Handsworth New Silver' is an evergreen holly cultivar known for its distinctive silver-edged leaves. The glossy dark green leaves have creamy-white margins that are irregularly shaped, giving them a unique, eye-catching appearance.

This holly cultivar typically grows to a height of around 4-8m and spread of 4m. It has a dense, upright growth habit and can be pruned to shape as desired.

In late spring to early summer, small, inconspicuous white flowers appear, followed by bright red berries that mature in autumn and persist through the winter. The berries are a popular food source for birds, but can be toxic to humans if ingested.

Ilex aquifolium 'Handsworth New Silver' is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can grow in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of salt spray, making it a good choice for coastal gardens.

As an evergreen holly, Ilex aquifolium 'Handsworth New Silver' provides year-round interest in the garden, and the silver-edged leaves make it a popular choice for hedging, topiary, and specimen planting. It is also a caterpillar food plant, providing a valuable food source for the larvae of various moth species.