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Castle Spire® Blue Holly
Ilex x meserveae 'Hachfee'
Pronunciation: I-leks MESS-erv-ay
SKU #07495
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall and 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | Excellent selection with bright red berries, dark glossy foliage, vigorous growth and branching habit on a compact, narrow, pyramidal form. Thrives in damp soil; native to swampy and boggy areas. Great for borders, screens, hedges, foundation plantings. Plant with Ilex Castle Wall™ for good berry production. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Ornamental Berries, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Design Ideas | Plant where a formal, narrow columnar effect is desired. Growth habit is quite similar to a Hicks yew, and it can be used in the same way, making a great hedge, or foundation plant. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable to most soils; thrives even in wet, boggy areas. Feed in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer for trees and shrubs. Protect from harsh winter wind and sun in cold (Zone 5) climates. Requires a male pollenizer to produce berries. Prune to shape immediately after flowering. |
| Lore | Humane Society of America notes that Ilex berries can produce a toxic reaction if consumed by pets. |
Details
| Description | Excellent selection with bright red berries, dark glossy foliage, vigorous growth and branching habit on a compact, narrow, pyramidal form. Thrives in damp soil; native to swampy and boggy areas. Great for borders, screens, hedges, foundation plantings. Plant with Ilex Castle Wall™ for good berry production. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Ornamental Berries, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Design Ideas | Plant where a formal, narrow columnar effect is desired. Growth habit is quite similar to a Hicks yew, and it can be used in the same way, making a great hedge, or foundation plant. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable to most soils; thrives even in wet, boggy areas. Feed in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer for trees and shrubs. Protect from harsh winter wind and sun in cold (Zone 5) climates. Requires a male pollenizer to produce berries. Prune to shape immediately after flowering. |
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History
| Lore | Humane Society of America notes that Ilex berries can produce a toxic reaction if consumed by pets. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.