{"product_id":"english-holly-ilex-aquifolium-tree-seeds-20-seeds-evergreen-berry-tree-winter-interest-hedge-wildlife-friendly","title":"English Holly – Ilex aquifolium Tree Seeds | 20 Seeds | Evergreen Berry Tree | Winter Interest Hedge | Wildlife Friendly","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eGrow a classic evergreen tree known for its glossy spiny leaves and bright red winter berries. English Holly (Ilex aquifolium) is a dense, pyramidal broadleaf evergreen that provides year-round structure and vibrant winter interest in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eIn late spring, small fragrant white flowers appear, followed by brilliant red berries on female plants (when a male pollinator is nearby). The colorful fruit persists into winter and attracts birds and wildlife, making this species an excellent habitat tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eEnglish Holly can be grown as a specimen tree, privacy hedge, screen, or even trained for bonsai. Its symmetrical form and glossy foliage make it a timeless ornamental choice for courtyards, foundations, and formal plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e⚠️ Note: Plants are dioecious (separate male and female plants). Female plants require a nearby male plant to produce berries. Berries are ornamental and not edible for humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eYou will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e✔️ 20 English Holly seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e✔️ Species: Ilex aquifolium\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e✔️ Labeled seed packet with sowing instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eCommon Name: English Holly\u003cbr data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eBotanical Name: Ilex aquifolium\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003ePlant Type: Broadleaf evergreen tree (can be trained as shrub)\u003cbr data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade in hot climates preferred)\u003cbr data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eSoil: Well-drained, average garden soil; avoid poorly drained areas\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eWatering: Medium; moderate drought tolerance once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eMature Height: 30–50 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eSpread: 15–25 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow\u003cbr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes (suitable for bonsai and controlled hedge growth)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eSoak 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. Holly seeds require both warm and cold stratification for successful germination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47847745061105,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_19_a7599a02-ca13-4c97-b21f-9513d6ec4676.jpg?v=1772182377","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/english-holly-ilex-aquifolium-tree-seeds-20-seeds-evergreen-berry-tree-winter-interest-hedge-wildlife-friendly","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}