Holly 'Alaska' | Ilex aquifolium
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Holly 'Alaska'
Ilex aquifolium
- Transforming the landscape with ease, this holly showcases a phenomenal winter display of abundant, bright red berries on female plants. The overall effect is nothing short of spectacular.
- This holly naturally adopts a upright, dense, and broadly conical growth habit. Additionally, the classic, glossy, dark green spiky evergreen leaves providing ultimate year-round structure guarantees this variety works hard across multiple seasons.
- You'll achieve breathtaking results by planting Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska' in any reasonable garden soil, proving extremely hardy and tolerant of deep shade and pollution. It is a wonderfully dependable choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
- It brings the garden to life by welcoming garden birds that rely heavily on the winter berries for essential cold-weather sustenance all year round. It is an absolutely superb choice for creating a highly secure, intruder-proof formal hedge.
- This holly has a remarkably rich backstory: holly has been deeply rooted in Celtic and Roman mythology for thousands of years. It was revered as a powerful symbol of eternal life long before it became famously associated with Christmas festivities.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Holly 'Alaska' can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Ilex aquifolium 'Alaska' can reach a mature height of 4 to 6 metres and a spread of 2.5 to 4 metres if left unpruned.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Holly 'Alaska' prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Holly 'Alaska' prefers well-drained soil of any type.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Holly 'Alaska' requires moderate watering, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water per week during dry spells.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Holly 'Alaska' does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Holly 'Alaska' is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C.
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