Meserva holly is one of the most interesting hedge plantsthat you can plant in your garden. This is an ideal alternative to common thujas or box trees, because it protects against the malicious glances of neighbors.
Thanks to its lush leaves, it creates an even more lush curtain, and at the same time looks beautiful regardless of the season on the calendar. At the end of the year it delights with atmospheric red fruits, and in spring with wonderful white flowers.
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Meserva holly delights not only with its red fruits, but also with the dense foliage of its dark green, thorny leaves (with a blue shadow)that look great all year round and protect against unwelcome guests.
Holly has impressive, stiff shoots and grows up to 3-4 meters in height, thanks to which it provides privacy that owners of other hedge plants can only dream of.
At the same time, it attracts birds to the garden (because its fruits are a delicacy for them), thanks to which the plot still seems lively and colorful in winter. One of the most interesting varieties of the plant is the frost-resistant “Blue Princess”, which is ideal for growing in a moderate climate.
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Meserva holly has many benefits. It is not only beautiful, but also has low cultivation requirementsbecause he is not picky about the position. It will do just as well planted in the shade as in a semi-shaded or sunny place.
It feels best in fertile, moderately moist soilbut this is not a necessary condition for it to delight with its beauty. Seedlings should be placed in even rows every 30-40 cm, after weeding and digging the ground.
When it comes to caring for Meserva holly, it it is worth trimming it regularly in spring and summer to keep the hedge in the desired shape. It is also recommended to cover young seedlings in winter with e.g. agrotextile.
