Ilex mutchagara - BONSAI 140-160 CM C110

Description
The Holly (Ilex mutchagara) is a broad, pyramidal garden plant that produces inconspicuous flowers. They appear from May to June. These produce red fruits. The Holly also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 5 metres and is around 3 metres wide.

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Holly are dark green, egg-shaped.

Frost hardiness
The Holly has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Holly is broad and pyramidal in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected 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 inconspicuous flowers appear from May to June.

Use
Hedge (pruning), solitary