Ilex Aquifolium Argentea Marginata 18 Litre 1/4 Standard 60cm Stem

Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ – Silver-Edged Holly with Winter Berries

Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ is a striking variegated holly prized for its glossy, dark green leaves edged in crisp silver-white. This elegant evergreen shrub provides year-round structure and colour, with bright red berries in winter adding seasonal interest. Ideal for hedging, specimen planting or wildlife-friendly gardens, it brings classic character and reliable performance to any landscape.

Note: A female variety – will produce berries if a male holly is nearby for pollination.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Fresh new variegated growth emerges bright and clean, maintaining strong silver margins.

Summer:
Dense, glossy foliage creates a bold architectural presence in borders and hedges.

Autumn & Winter:
Clusters of bright red berries develop (with a pollination partner), creating traditional festive colour and attracting birds.

Structure & Form

• Upright, bushy habit

• Evergreen with spiny, silver-edged leaves

• Excellent for shaping or hedging

Can be grown as a large shrub, small tree, or formal hedge.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Evergreen Hedging: Strong, secure boundary planting.

• Specimen Planting: Eye-catching variegation and winter berries.

• Wildlife Gardens: Berries provide food for birds.

• Formal Gardens: Ideal for structured planting schemes.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position:
Full sun to partial shade.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil. Tolerates most soil types once established.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in the UK (to approximately -15°C and below).

Maintenance:
Low maintenance. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer to preserve berries.

Why Choose Ilex ‘Argentea Marginata’?

• Elegant silver-edged evergreen foliage

• Bright red winter berries

• Excellent for hedging or screening

• Wildlife friendly

• Reliable year-round structure

Ilex aquifolium ‘Argentea Marginata’ is a timeless evergreen holly that combines bold variegation with vibrant winter berries, bringing structure and seasonal interest to gardens year after year.