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Ilex aquifolium
Common holly, Ilex aquifolium, is a useful evergreen shrub that can be grown as a specimen tree, clipped bushes or as a hedge. There are dozens of varieties, many with variegated leaves. Plants are either male or female, and only the female plants bear berries. Both sexes are required for the female plants to produce berries, which appear from late autumn to mid-winter.
Ilex aquifolium ‘Silver Milkmaid’ is an attractive variegated holly, bearing spiny, dark green leaves with a creamy white variegation. Red berries may be produced in autumn.
For best results grow Ilex aquifolium ‘Silver Milkmaid’ in moist but well-drained soil, in sun or shade.
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Ilex ‘Silver milkmaid’ and wildlife
Ilex ‘Silver milkmaid’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat, has seeds for birds and makes a good wildlife hedge.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Ilex ‘Silver milkmaid’ poisonous?
Ilex ‘Silver milkmaid’ causes an upset stomach, irritates skin and is harmful if ingested. Its foliage, fruit and sap are toxic.
