Hollies are the noblest of all evergreens and, when low winter light strikes, they radiate warmth as well as adding all-important structure to the garden. Yet hollies vary enormously, from the ...

At Christmas time, there’s really no escaping talk of holly and ivy. Along with ­mistletoe, they are the main plants of the season. We decorate our homes with them and use their ­images on cards. And, ...

Christmas is coming, so let's raise a glass to holly. The brightest of evergreens, holly was used in midwinter celebrations long before the Christian era. And for gardeners, hollies are among the most ...