Ilex mitis
Cape holly
A rounded-shaped tree that grows best in moist conditions, but can also tolerate dry conditions.
Description
An evergreen tree with thick bush leaves that can be pruned into any desired shape or size making it the best tree for a formal garden landscape.
It can be used as an avenue tree or a hedge and its suitable for indoor or container planting. This feature produces non-edible fruit and can also tolerate windy areas.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
- Estimated height: 3-25m
- Estimated width: 5-12m
- Drought-resistant
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Ilex mitis |
Common Name | Cape holly |
Also Known As | Without |
SA Tree No | 397 |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Birds, Bees, Butterflies |
Features | Shade Tree, Screening, Treehouse Friendly |
Flowering Season | Spring, Summer |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | Yes |
Frost Tolerance | Semi-Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Winter, Autumn |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | Yes |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | 0 – 4, 5 – 8 |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
Aloes & Trees
Size | Height | Trunk Thickness |
|---|---|---|
20L
| 1.0m – 1.2m
| 5mm – 15mm
|
40L
| 1.3m – 1.8m
| 12mm – 20mm
|
50L
| 1.3m – 1.9m
| 15mm – 25mm
|
100L
| 1.8m – 2.5m
| 20mm – 30mm
|
250L
| 2.5m – 4.0m
| 30mm – 50mm
|
500L
| 4.0m – 7.0m
| 50mm – 120mm
|
1000L
| 6.0m – 10.0m
| 80mm – 120mm
|
E.O.G
| 5.0m – 12.0m
| Variable
|
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