Ilex meserveae ‘Heckenpracht’

A cross between ilex aquifolium Pyramidalis and ilex x meserveae Blue Prince. Heckenpracht is a bushy shrub with upright branches and evergreen, medium large, glossy leaves that are dark green and serrated at margins but not sharp. A male variety, it is an ideal pollinator for female hollies to produce berries in autumn. Meserveae hollies are known as “blue hollies” because of their dark green leaves that are tinged blue. Best on slightly acidic, moist soil. No pruning necessary as it forms a compact shrub. Very hardy to -27°C.