Ilex cornuta Nut smothering the shrub in 'snowballs'

smothering the shrub in 'snowballs'

also known as 'Black Lace'

to an extent

One of the best hardy horse chestnuts in cultivation

Grow in fertile well drained soil against a sunny wall in milder areas or in a conservatory in areas prone to frost

Ilex cornuta Nut smothering the shrub in 'snowballs'A dense, slow growing but reliable evergreen species, rarely 2. 4m high. Glossy leaves of a peculiar rectangular form with three small spikes on the ends. Fragrant inconspicuous flowers in spring on female plants followed by large red fruits if pollinated. Grows well in partial shade as well as sun. Heat and drought tolerant. H6