Ilex maximowicziana - 175-200 CM RB

Description
The Maximowicz's holly (Ilex maximowicziana var. kanehirae) is a slender, shrub-like shrub that produces white flowers. They appear from May to June. These produce black, round fruits. They are small. The Maximowicz's holly also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.5 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2 metres.

Bulletpoints
* tolerates pruning

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Maximowicz's holly are dark green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Maximowicz's holly has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Maximowicz's holly is a slender growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 2.5 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June.

Use
Hedge (pruning), topiary