Quercus ilex - Holm Oak windbreak A unusual woodland perennial native

A unusual woodland perennial native to the West Coast of North America where it grows in moist forests and along riverbanks

This tree will grow in a variety of soils if they are well-drained in sun to partial shade

it does not cope with heavy frosts but will tolerate light ones

A rare skullcap from Eastern Europe that produces upright spires of hooded

In common with other Cercis species it has beautiful heart shaped leaves

Quercus ilex - Holm Oak windbreak A unusual woodland perennial nativeA evergreen oak native to the Mediterranean growing to 15 to 20m with a rounded crown. The name holm is an old english word for holly and is given to this tree due to its young leaves to which it is similar. A very hardy tree and quite drought tolerant once established.