HOLLY PLANT - Ilex Lucifer is a real live evergreen holly plant part of the Aquifoliaceae family. This winter hardy plant has glossy oval irregular edged leaves with sharp spines. This berried outdoor growing shrub is very slow growing but can grow to be 5–10 metres tall, depending on its growing conditions. CHRISTMAS TIME - Holly is often associated with Christmas due to its red berries and evergreen leaves, which is often said to symbolise the enduring power of life. IDEAL FOR HEDGING - Ilex aquifolium plants are ideal for planting to create a privacy, security hedge. It can also be trimmed into balls or left to grow wild, but does benefit from regular pruning to prevent too much leggy growth. GROWING CONDITIONS - This outdoor shrub is easy to care for, it requires bright direct sunlight but can cope with partial shade. Ilex grows best in moist, well draining soil that's enriched with organic matter. It can grow in most soil types, but doesn't like solid chalk. When watering it prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings, but should be watered regularly. CARBETH PLANTS - We are a Scottish based company with over 20 years experience in horticulture. With a large variety of plants for the garden, indoors and also gift wrapped for special occasions. We pride ourselves on prompt delivery as well as our quality and affordable plants.