{"product_id":"ilex-mix-165cm-80cm-pot","title":"Ilex mix 165cm 80cm Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ilex mix 165cm, presented in an 80cm pot, is a striking collection of evergreen holly cultivars valued for their decorative appeal and structural presence. This mixed selection offers a robust growth habit, typically reaching heights of up to 165cm, making it an ideal choice for vertical display in both garden and interior landscapes. Recognised for its rich green foliage and glossy, spiny leaves, the Ilex mix is a dependable addition to wholesale plant supply, offering consistent quality across batches well suited to trade houseplants collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisually, the plant is characterised by its dense, often pyramidal form, which provides an effective natural screen or architectural feature. The foliage is complemented, seasonally, by attractive berries, lending colour interest that is appreciated in garden centres and commercial interiors alike. Its adaptability and reliability make it a popular choice for suppliers aiming to cater to both retail and commercial clientele seeking established, resilient greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leaves of the Ilex mix are a vivid green with a shiny surface, presenting a textured and visually appealing contrast thanks to their spiny margins. Its upright, somewhat conical growth habit lends structural form that suits formal and informal planting schemes. This plant tolerates a broad range of light conditions, thriving in bright, indirect light yet remaining hardy enough for shaded environments, which is advantageous for indoor placements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatering tolerance is moderate; the Ilex mix can withstand occasional periods of dryness but prefers consistent moisture, making it forgiving in varied care situations. Its maintenance requirements are generally low, requiring minimal pruning and showing resilience against common pests and diseases, facilitating ease of handling in retail and wholesale environments. Furthermore, its vibrant foliage and height make it particularly attractive when merchandised as a specimen or within group displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Trade Buyers Choose This Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrade buyers consistently select the Ilex mix due to its commercial reliability and the uniformity of growth demonstrated across multiple growing sites. Natural variation in leaf shape and berry production is controlled, ensuring that plants within the mix maintain a recognisable and desirable aesthetic suitable for broad trade houseplants offerings. Its versatility allows seamless integration into retail garden centre ranges, commercial interiors, and wholesale plant supply chains alike. Ongoing demand is supported by its proven performance and consumer recognition as a classic evergreen, particularly in seasonal and year-round planting scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Retail Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ilex mix is ideally placed in retail environments such as garden centre display benches, where its size and form capture customer attention, or within office settings as a standalone focal piece. Its presence in commercial interiors benefits from its tolerance to indoor conditions and ability to contribute greenery with low maintenance. Additionally, it suits interior landscaping schemes where vertical height or screening is required, making it a valuable choice for contemporary interior displays or themed gift-ready plant ranges during key retail periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Retail Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Ilex mix offers commendable shelf life and durability in retail settings, maintaining foliage health over extended display durations. Its suitability for high-volume or repeat wholesale supply is enhanced by the controlled growth uniformity typical of professionally grown batches. Handling and transport are facilitated by the plant’s sturdy branches and robust pot size, reducing damage risk. Presentation consistency at point of sale supports reliable customer expectations, which is vital for maintaining confidence in trade houseplants lines and wholesale plant supply operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrade Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis plant requires low to moderate care levels, making it suitable for retail environments and commercial maintenance programs where limited intervention is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has broad light tolerance, performing well across a range of mixed indoor lighting conditions commonly found in office and retail spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering tolerance is defined by resilience to occasional dryness while benefiting from regular moisture, allowing flexibility in watering routines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe upright, conical growth habit enhances merchandising efficiency by enabling space-conscious vertical displays and group planting formations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial suitability spans retail garden centres, interior landscaping installations, and wholesale plant supply, ensuring broad market applicability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable branches and foliage support robust handling and transport, reducing post-delivery losses during distribution and retail preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variation in leaf size and berry abundance is managed to ensure consistent quality across batches, fostering trust within trade houseplants selections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIP","offers":[{"title":"80cm Pot \/ 165cm","offer_id":56694014280006,"sku":"10218133-165cm-80cm-im-23","price":1193.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/8195\/2582\/files\/990A758A6FD8EB36FC7A5EF2B068D9BB14DF593062692828A66AE668E3F560F5.jpg?v=1780347679","url":"https:\/\/wholesaleplantshop.co.uk\/products\/ilex-mix-165cm-80cm-pot","provider":"Wholesale Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}