Holly - Ilex aquifolium 'Silver Queen' Plant

Perennial

Ornamental

Discover the elegance of the Silver Queen Holly, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to your garden. This versatile plant features striking variegated leaves and thrives in both sun and shade. Explore our Shrubs & Perennials collection for more options.

Striking variegated foliage
Thrives in sun or shade
Perfect for privacy hedges
Year-round ornamental appeal
Low maintenance garden addition

A superb choice for any garden enthusiast looking to enhance their outdoor space with beauty and ease.

Popular

Low Maintenance

Hardy

Deciduous

Details

Holly Ilex 'Silver Queen' is an award-winning evergreen shrub, prized for its ornamental foliage and decorative berries. The glossy, green leaves are edged in silver, providing a striking contrast throughout the year. In winter, bright red berries appear, making this plant a festive addition to gardens. Hardy and low-maintenance, 'Silver Queen' thrives in a variety of soils and is suitable for borders, hedging, or as a standalone specimen plant. Its dense growth habit also makes it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Glossy, silver-edged leaves provide year-round interest
Produces bright red berries in winter, ideal for festive displays
Perfect for hedging, borders, or standalone planting
Hardy and low-maintenance, suitable for a variety of soils

What's Included

Pots: Get a large, ready-to-grow tree in a 1 litre pot. Plant it in your garden or a larger container right away. It's bigger and stronger than smaller pot sizes. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun to partial shade
Position	Full sun
Soil	Well drained soil
Planting Time	Year round
Moisture	Moist, Well-drained
Hardiness	Fully Hardy
Growth Rate	Slow to average
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	8m x 4m
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Holly Ilex 'Silver Queen' is an evergreen shrub with ornamental appeal year-round. Its silver-edged leaves and clusters of red berries make it a standout feature in gardens, particularly in winter. Hardy and versatile, 'Silver Queen' is ideal for hedging, borders, or as a specimen plant. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soils, making it a reliable and attractive choice for gardeners of all levels.

Hardy, evergreen shrub with silver-edged leaves
Produces clusters of bright red berries in winter
Suitable for hedging, borders, or specimen planting
Thrives in full sun to partial shade

Hardy, evergreen shrub with silver-edged leaves
Produces clusters of bright red berries in winter
Suitable for hedging, borders, or specimen planting
Thrives in full sun to partial shade

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Holly Ilex 'Silver Queen' thrives in a wide range of conditions, including full sun and partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be planted as a hedge, in borders, or as a feature plant. Plant in autumn or spring for best results, ensuring adequate spacing for growth.

Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil
Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and add compost or organic matter
Place the plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly

Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil
Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and add compost or organic matter
Place the plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

Holly Ilex 'Silver Queen' is a low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal care to thrive. Regular pruning and watering during dry periods will keep it healthy and looking its best.

Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting
Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and size
Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring for healthy growth

Holly Ilex 'Silver Queen' is a low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal care to thrive. Regular pruning and watering during dry periods will keep it healthy and looking its best.

Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting
Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and size
Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring for healthy growth

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds