Male Variegated Holly A slow-growing evergreen tree, well known for its spiky leaves. Holly is tough, and robust enough to handle the harshest of environments, from dark valleys to extreme coastal locations - though it thrives best with the protection of other trees around it. Ilex aquifolium Silver Queen is a non-fruiting variety, but makes an attractive, slow-growing spiky hedge that clips very well and is an ideal evergreen to include in mixed hedges. Site: Coastal tolerant Soil: Prefers well drained Position: Full sun to shade Season of Interest: Evergreen, Autumn fruit Hardiness: Fully hardy Height: 30ft (9m) Spread: 20ft (6m) Hedge Spacings: 1ft (30cm) apart for a low hedge up to 4ft, 18" (45cm) for a taller hedge