Mountain holly is a much-branching, spreading shrub to small tree that grows 1.5 m – 4.5 m tall. Its leaves are 5 to 10 cm long, 1 to 2 cm wide, with undulating and coarsely serrated margins, greyish green above. Its flowers are white with yellow centres and grow in large terminal corymbs.
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Mountain holly is a plant native to oceanic regions of the Southern Hemisphere. It has been introduced and is cultivated in certain temperate zones of the Northern Hemisphere. The plant thrives in its indigenous habitat and adapts to similar climates where introduced, exhibiting resilience across a latitudinal range.
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For mountain holly, the window from the thaw of early spring to the cusp of summer offers the best transplanting timeframe, fostering root establishment in temperate weather. Choose a spot with ample sunlight, shelter from harsh winds, and well-drained soil. Gentle handling is pivotal for success.
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Mountain holly
Olearia ilicifolia
Mountain holly is a much-branching, spreading shrub to small tree that grows 1.5 m – 4.5 m tall. Its leaves are 5 to 10 cm long, 1 to 2 cm wide, with undulating and coarsely serrated margins, greyish green above. Its flowers are white with yellow centres and grow in large terminal corymbs.
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Mountain holly is a plant native to oceanic regions of the Southern Hemisphere. It has been introduced and is cultivated in certain temperate zones of the Northern Hemisphere. The plant thrives in its indigenous habitat and adapts to similar climates where introduced, exhibiting resilience across a latitudinal range.
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