Available sizes: From 50cm to 1.2m wide (and everything in-between)
Root type: Available as containerised, bare root or root ball depending on time of year
Lead time: 10 working days
Price: Contact our sales team at [email protected] for our best prices and availability.

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Position: Full sun to part shade, best kept sheltered when young
Soil: Any well drained but moist soil, acid or alkaline
Rate of growth: 25-30cm per year when established, quicker than I. crenata
Height: 2.5m
Spread: 2m
Flowers: Bears masses of small white scented flowers in late spring attractive to pollinators
Fruit: Black toxic fruit in late summer
CAUTION: Toxic if eaten

A newcomer to many gardeners, this little holly is a super plant, and we think a really good choice for use as evergreen topiary balls and domes. It is similar to Japanese holly and can be used in much the same way, as a trouble-free alternative to box (Buxus). However, Ilex max. ‘Kanehirae’ has rather different foliage. The leaves are longer, oval and slightly toothed; it also proves a bit quicker-growing. Clip it annually once established and it will soon form tight, evergreen shapes ideal for adding year-round structure to beds and borders.

For expert advice, prices and availability, please contact our helpful and friendly sales team at [email protected] or speak to us on 01753 628664, we are here to help with your next planting project.