Maori holly
Olearia ilicifolia
Also known as
Mountain holly
Olearia ilicifolia by John Barkla (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
5.5m | Max | 6m |
2.5m | Min | 3m |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Maori holly Overview
A cross between ilicifolia and laeunesa. Bears clusters of white flowers in spring. Has narrow, dark green leaves with whitish, downy sides.
How to propagate Maori holly
Cuttings
You can propagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.
Seed
Other uses of Maori holly
Summer interest. Suitable for coastal conditions.