Ilex vomitoria 'Nana' - 25-30 CM C2

Description
The Black-drink tree 'Nana' (Ilex vomitoria) is a shrub-like, dense garden plant with decorative, red fruits. It produces creamy white flowers from April to May. The Black-drink tree 'Nana' also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 6 metres and grows to around 6 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * Suitable for containers

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Black-drink tree 'Nana' are dark green, ovate, with entire margins.

Frost hardiness
The Black-drink tree 'Nana' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Black-drink tree 'Nana' is shrubby and dense in structure.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Standard container plant 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
Over time, the soil loses some of its important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
The creamy white flowers appear from April to May.

Fruit
The red fruits of Ilex vomitoria 'Nana' are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Ornamental shrub, tub