Description
Discovered as a chance seedling in Hillingdon, Norfolk,
Quercus ilex 'Olive Pillar' is a lovely upright, evergreen tree with dark olive green leaves. The narrow, conical habit makes this cultivar suitable for gardens with limited space. A handsome specimen tree!
Features
- Common name: Evergreen Oak.
- Position: Full sun or partial shade.
- Soil: Fertile, well drained. Quercus ilex will grow on chalky soils.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Rate of Growth: Slow until established then moderate.
- Habit: Eventually a tall, narrow tree.
- Height: up to 20 m (65 ft)
- Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
- Notes: Quercus ilex 'Olive Pillar' is drought resistant and generally grows well in coastal areas.
- Size: 20 - 30 cm tall in 2L containers