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non coniferous evergreens

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  • 06-09-2008 12:19pm
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    siochain
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    Hi Folks,

    Any anyone recommend non coniferous (broadleaf) evergreens that do well in Ireland? Only one I'm aware off is Holm Oak and Hollys of course.

    Thanks


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    Sonnenblumen
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    Out of curiosity, why do you consider Holly a broadleaf?


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    siochain
    Registered Users Posts: 2,548 ✭✭✭siochain


    purely visual as compared to pine needles, I'm no expert on trees !!!


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    Sonnenblumen
    Registered Users Posts: 5,834 ✭✭✭Sonnenblumen


    OK now I understand where you're coming from. Holly is an excellent tree but unfortunately a very slow grower. Some other evergreens which you might consider include:

    - Pittosporum
    - Cotoneaster (various varieties)
    - Mahonia (remove lower branches to achieve tree like form)
    - Magnolia Grandiflora
    - Olea Europa (Olive Tree)

    There are more but these are the ones that we use and are generally readily available.


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    siochain
    Registered Users Posts: 2,548 ✭✭✭siochain


    Hi Sonnenblumen

    the Olea Europa seems very interesting,
    Thanks


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