Wildlife attracted:
The dense evergreen leaves provide a safe haven for wildlife through the winter and shelter for birds. If you are lucky enough to have berries, they provide a food source for birds too.
The leaves are also a larval food source for some butterflies and moths including the Holly blue butterfly, and flowers on the female plant are great for attracting pollinators.
Planting location:
Ideal in a woodland area, wildlife garden or hedgerow in sun, shade or part shade.
Other features:
The Holly bush is slow growing and although the leaves on young bushes are spiky, as they get older the edges become smoother. Holly is traditionally used in Christmas decorations.
