Ilex x koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' is a fantastic holly, a cross between Ilex aquifolium and Ilex latifolia. It bears glossy green chestnut like leaves on downward sweeping branches, which become loaded with red berries in late autumn. Fast growing, it quickly develops into a striking tree with pyramidal habit.
Grow Ilex x koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
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Ilex ‘Chestnut leaf’ and wildlife
Ilex ‘Chestnut leaf’ is known for attracting bees and birds. It 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 not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Ilex ‘Chestnut leaf’ poisonous?
Ilex ‘Chestnut leaf’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.
