Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' – Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf'

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Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' – Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf'

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Medium-size to large tree with a regular, pyramidal crown. Young twigs are bright green, mature bark is green-brown and smooth. The glossy dark green leaves are fairly thick and feel very leathery. The margins are only slightly undulate, with regular spikes. The spikes are fairly short and feel slightly sharp. The flowers are small, fairly inconspicuous and female. They are followed by orange-red, fleshy drupes (commonly called berries). Originated from a cross between I. aquifolium and I. latifolia. Prefers a humic, moist but well-drained soil and tolerates either acidic or calcareous soil. Can tolerate hot, dry conditions. Also suitable for use in wide avenues.

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Specifications
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Height
6 - 12 (15) m
Width
3-6m
Crown
pyramidal, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
twigs bright green, bark green-brown, smooth
Leaf
oval to elliptical, glossy dark green, regularly spiked margin, 11 - 16 cm, evergreen
Flowers
unisexual, white, in clusters in the leaf axils, May/June
Fruits
fleshy, round drupe, orange-red
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
has toxic components
Soil type
humic, well-drained soil, tolerates either acidic or calcareous soil
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6 (-23,3 to -17,8 °C)
Wind resistance
very good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Application
tree containers, roof gardens, coastal areas, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Origin
France
Synonyms
Ilex castaneifolia
Clear stem tree calcareous soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow suitable for dry soil can withstand wind broad conical 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres dense crown green average growing provides food for birds toxic components Ornamental fruit
Frequently asked questions
Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf'

Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' can eventually reach a height of 6 - 12 (15) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6 - 12 (15) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Ilex ×koehneana 'Chestnut Leaf' blooms in may.
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