The Holm Oak has glossy, tough foliage with a contrasting white underside,  later followed by shiny acorns. It is an easy to grow evergreen, which can be clipped into a hedge or grown into a full-sized tree. It is perfect for hedging as is tolerant to pollution and drought resistant, will grow well in coastal areas, in sun or shade. Height as full-size specimen tree: 25m (80'). Spread: up to 20m (70').