Dec 20, 2011 · Holly is one of our few native evergreen shrubs. It is shade-tolerant and grows naturally in the murky under-story of our few remaining native broadleaf woodlands. Its prickly, …

It has small white, four-petalled flowers (6-10mm) in cluster s from May to July and these are followed in late autumn by the familiar bright scarlet berries. Its evergreen, glossy leaves are …

The evergreen holly is a native species which forms the shrub layer in some of our oldest woods. You may look for it in woodland, or in the narrow gullies of the Sperrins or Donegal uplands, …

Of all the many plants trees, shrubs and green growing things in Ireland, there are few as closely woven into Irish mythology as the holly, or Cuileann. It was seen by the old people as one of …

Holly is a common sight throughout Ireland, often found in woodlands, scrublands, and hedgerows. Holly is native to Western, Central, and Southern Europe, North Africa, and …

Ilex aquifolium - Holly. A slow-growing native evergreen tree, well known for its spiky leaves and red berries. Holly is tough, robust enough to handle the harshest of environments, from dark …

The traditional holly wreath you hang on your door at Christmas has its origins in an Irish custom! Back then, the Irish didn’t have Christmas trees to decorate their homes. The latter used holly, …

Holly Ilex aquifolium Cuileann Family: Aquifoliaceae Evergreen tree or small shrub. Flowering: May-August. Fruiting through winter. Native. Small white flowers, 4-petals and sepals. Red …

In the Irish language, the words mac cuilinn mean 'son of holly'. Common anglicized forms of this arose; last names such as McCullen, McCullion, McQuillan, and MacCullion, which are quite …

In summary, the Holly tree is recognisable by its glossy, spiny leaves and bright red berries. It holds cultural significance, provides valuable resources for wildlife, and contributes to …