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Steeds Upright Japanese Holly
Pickup available at 1540 Gordon Road
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Ilex crenata 'Steeds'
An easy-to-grow, densely branched evergreen shrub with an attractive upright, pyramidal form. Dense, lustrous, dark green foliage adds color to the landscape year-round. Tiny white flowers produce ornamental black berries that persist throughout winter. A shapely hedge or foundation plant that responds well to regular pruning. Evergreen.
USDA Zones: 5-9
Plant Specifications
Height
6-8 feet
Spread
5-6 feet
Bloom Color
White; Foliage:Green
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Prefers light, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable.
Feed
Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring.
Water
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system.
Prune
For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
Exposure
Full Sun