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Old 08-05-2006, 04:56 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
 
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louisxiv wrote:
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louisxiv wrote:
I'd like to grow a holly bush/tree. One of the Christmasy ones like Ilex
Opaca. Can anyone recommend the best way to do this? Where can I get one?

A guy in our street has one in his garden. Could I take a cutting from
it?
What would be the best time to do this


After dark.

and what are the pitfalls?


Depends how big he is and how fast you can run.


Thanks in advance for any help

xiv


Cheers Dazz, that was really helpful. ;-)


Apoogies; I could not resist; glad you have a sense of humour.
The Hungarian Fish Maple advice is also dodgy.

Des