{"product_id":"quercus-ilex","title":"Holly Oak, Holm Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eQuercus ilex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e, commonly known as Holly Oak or Holm Oak, is a majestic, evergreen tree prized for its dense, rounded crown, glossy, holly-like foliage, and exceptional adaptability to Mediterranean climates. Native to the Mediterranean region, this long-lived tree is highly variable in habit, often taking on a shrubby, multi-stemmed form in coastal exposures. Its dark green, leathery leaves are oval and highly variable, with some leaves having smooth margins and others bearing spiny, holly-like teeth, particularly on young growth. In spring, inconspicuous female flowers and pendulous male catkins produce acorns that are a vital food source for wildlife. Extremely drought-tolerant once established, salt-tolerant, and tolerant of poor soils, it is an outstanding choice as a specimen tree, shade tree, privacy screen, or hedge in water-wise and coastal landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victory Nursery","offers":[{"title":"15 Gallon \/ Standard","offer_id":50544595468376,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\" Box \/ Standard","offer_id":50544595501144,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8000\/6232\/files\/Holly_Oak_1.png?v=1790575436","url":"https:\/\/victorynursery.us\/products\/quercus-ilex","provider":"Victory Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}