Propagation by seeds
If you have a lot of patience, you can grow holly from seeds. It's straightforward, but very time-consuming. All you have to do is press the ripe berries into the ground a little. However, it can take up to three years for these berries to grow into small plants.
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However, if you leave the berries on the bush, which will ripen from around October, the birds will take over. These fruits are a popular fodder for the native birds. They distribute the ilex seed through their feces. However, the young plants do not necessarily grow where you want them to. But the holly can be transplanted relatively easily.
Propagation by cuttings
Cuttings, also known as cuttings, are best cut in late summer. Look for strong, slightly woody side shoots for this. Cut these into pieces about 8 inches long. You can grow these cuttings directly in the garden or in pots. Alternatively, wait for the roots to form in the water glass. Prune your holly hedge, then you can use suitable cutting material as cuttings.
The increase through subsidence
For propagation by subsidence, take a long shoot and bend it down to the ground. Then pile a bit of soil over part of that shoot, but with the tip sticking out of the soil. You may want to weigh down the shoot with a stone so that it stays on the ground. After a while, new roots will form and you can plant your young plant in another place.
The essentials in brief:
- Sowing takes a lot of time
- Lowerers are simple and effective
- Cuttings require a little more patience
Tips
If you would like to admire your new holly very soon, then it is best to decide on the propagation by subsidence, this method is uncomplicated and not time-consuming.
