Quercus ilex Batch No:175500 This prune-plum tree produces an

This prune-plum tree produces an abundance of fabulous bluish-black damsons which are suitable for cooking and eating purposes

has flowers of a rich red-purple and elegantly curved in bud

then finally black in September

opening to reveal creamy-white stained purple insides

Can be planted on an exposed site

Quercus ilex Batch No:175500 This prune-plum tree produces anA large tree with attractive, corrugated bark and leathery evergreen leaves. It takes its name from holm, an ancient name for holly. The leaves are glossy, dark green above and pale whitish grey with dense short hairs below. Edible acorns in autumn. Slow growing and tolerant of regular pruning. Left to develop naturally, will eventually form a very large tree. Thrives in all well drained soils. Hardy.