BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

Discovered as a chance seedling in Hillingdon, Norfolk, Quercus ilex 'Olive Pillar' is a lovely upright, evergreen tree with dark olive green leaves. The narrow, conical habit makes this cultivar suitable for gardens with limited space. A handsome specimen tree!

Features

• Common name: Evergreen Oak.
• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Fertile, well drained. Quercus ilex will grow on chalky soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Slow until established then moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a tall, narrow tree.
  • Height: up to 20 m (65 ft)
  • Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
• Notes: Quercus ilex 'Olive Pillar' is drought resistant and generally grows well in coastal areas.
• Size: 20 - 30 cm tall in 2L containers