Pair of Holly Blue Maid Standard Trees – Evergreen, Berries, Wildlife-Friendly

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Product Features

  • Festive Evergreen Appeal – Deep green, spiny leaves with masses of bright red berries for classic winter colour.
  • Heavy Berry Production – Produces abundant berries just in time for Christmas decorations and wreaths.
  • Wildlife Friendly – Offers valuable winter food and dense shelter for birds year-round.
  • Hardy & Reliable – Exceptionally tough holly thrives in exposed or cold UK gardens.
  • Natural Windbreak – Forms a dense, upright screen for privacy and structure.
  • Low Maintenance – Resilient evergreen ideal for borders, hedging, or naturalistic planting schemes.
  • Mature Size – Reaches up to 8m (26ft) tall with a 3m (9ft) spread.
  • Ready to Plant – Supplied as a pair in 2-litre pots; ceramic pots and gift wrapping not included.

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We're offering you a A Pair of Holly Blue Maid Standard Trees for £29.99, saving you up to 33% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £44.99 (correct as of 10.11.2025).

Add Classic Winter Beauty to Your Garden

The Holly Blue Maid (Ilex aquifolium 'Blue Maid') is a time-honoured festive favourite, prized for its glossy, deep green, spiny leaves and prolific clusters of vibrant red berries. As a female holly variety, it reliably produces berries each autumn and winter—perfect for creating wreaths, garlands, or simply adding cheerful colour to your outdoor space.

  • Botanical Name: Ilex aquifolium 'Blue Maid'
  • Type: Evergreen standard tree
  • Mature Height: Up to 8m (26ft)
  • Mature Spread: Up to 3m (9ft)
  • Berries: Abundant red berries from late autumn through winter (requires nearby male holly for best berry set)

Why Choose Holly Blue Maid?

  • Seasonal Interest: Retains dense foliage and vivid berries throughout the coldest months—ideal for Christmas displays.
  • Wildlife Benefits: Berries provide essential winter food for birds; dense growth offers shelter year-round.
  • Tough & Adaptable: Thrives in exposed sites, tolerates wind and cold, and suits most UK garden soils.
  • Screening & Privacy: Naturally upright habit makes an effective windbreak or living screen.

Growing Guide & Care Tips

  • Planting Time: Best planted from autumn to spring while soil is moist but not frozen.
  • Sun/Shade: Grows well in full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil Preference: Prefers moist but well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of pH levels from slightly acidic to neutral.
  • Caring For Your Holly: Water regularly during the first season; mulch annually in spring. Prune lightly after berrying if needed to maintain shape.
  • Pots & Borders: Supplied as a pair in 2-litre pots—ready for planting directly into borders or larger decorative containers.

Ilex aquifolium 'Blue Maid' at a Glance

  • Dense evergreen foliage offers structure all year long.
  • Berries brighten up gardens and support local wildlife.
  • No special fertiliser required; feed with general-purpose fertiliser in spring if desired.
  • Ceramic pots and gift wrapping not supplied.

FAQs

  • When is the best time to plant my holly trees?
    The ideal planting time is from autumn through early spring when the ground is workable and moist.
  • How fast do these holly trees grow?
    Ilex aquifolium 'Blue Maid' grows slowly to moderately, typically adding 15–30cm (6–12in) per year under good conditions.
  • Do I need a male holly nearby for berries?
    A nearby male holly will maximise berry production on your female Blue Maid trees. If there are other hollies in your neighbourhood, pollination usually occurs naturally.

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