English Holly – Ilex aquifolium Tree Seeds | 120 Seeds | Evergreen Berry Tree | Winter Interest Hedge | Wildlife Friendly

Grow a timeless evergreen tree known for its glossy spiny foliage and vibrant red winter berries. English Holly (Ilex aquifolium) is a dense, pyramidal broadleaf evergreen that provides year-round structure, privacy, and bold winter color in the landscape.

In late spring, small fragrant white flowers appear, followed by brilliant red berries on female plants when a male pollinator is nearby. The berries persist through fall and winter, adding striking ornamental appeal while providing an important food source for birds and wildlife.

English Holly can be grown as a specimen tree, privacy hedge, windbreak, or trained into a large shrub. Its symmetrical form and rich evergreen foliage make it ideal for foundation plantings, formal gardens, screens, and even bonsai cultivation.

⚠️ Note: This species is dioecious (separate male and female plants). Female plants require a nearby male plant to produce berries. Berries are ornamental and not edible for humans.

This 120-seed pack is perfect for larger hedge plantings, nursery production, or selecting strong seedlings for shaping and landscape use.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 120 English Holly seeds
✔️ Species: Ilex aquifolium
✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔️ Labeled seed packet with sowing instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: English Holly
Botanical Name: Ilex aquifolium
Plant Type: Broadleaf evergreen tree (can be trained as shrub)
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade preferred in hot climates)
Soil: Well-drained, average garden soil; avoid poorly drained areas
Watering: Medium; moderate drought tolerance once established
Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Spread: 15–25 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 7–9
Container Friendly: Yes (suitable for bonsai and hedge training)

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 120 days, then cold stratify for 60–120 days at approximately 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow ¼ inch deep. English Holly requires both warm and cold stratification for successful germination.