Ilex crenata 'Blondie'? - BONSAI 80-100 CM C45

Description
Black fruits emerge from these, which adhere for a very long time.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * tolerates pruning * tolerates urban climates, tolerates shade

Spread
Japan.

Growth
Box-leaved holly 'Blondie'(s) is upright in habit. Slow growing.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The creamy white flowers appear from May to June.

Fruit
The black fruits of Ilex crenata 'Blondie'(s) are particularly decorative. Adhere for a very long time.

Use
Hedge (pruning), solitary, group planting, topiary, bird food plant

Root
Densely branched, close to the surface.