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Ilex crenata Golden Gem Japanese Holly Pot Grown Shrub

PRODUCT CODE: ICGG-PG-20/30-C2

£10.21
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Ilex crenata Golden Gem is a compact, dwarf evergreen shrub valued for its golden-yellow foliage and suitability as low-maintenance ground cover in small gardens or urban spaces.

Product Features

  • Height: 20-25cm (at dispatch), mature height up to 60cm
  • Foliage: Evergreen, golden yellow when young, changing to yellow-green in spring and winter
  • Flower: Small white blooms in spring-summer
  • Fruit: Small black berries in autumn
  • Growth Habit: Dense, spreading, ideal for borders and hedging
  • Hardiness: RHS Award of Garden Merit
  • Pollution Tolerance: Suitable for urban environments
  • Container Size: 2.0 Litre pot, pot grown for strong root development

Care and Planting Guidelines

  • Position in full sun or partial shade
  • Prefers moist, well-drained acidic soil; tolerates a range of soils
  • Water regularly during establishment
  • Minimal pruning required to shape
  • Suitable for pots, borders, edging, or replacing Buxus (box)

FAQ

  • Is Japanese Box Leaved Holly good for low-maintenance ground cover? Yes, its slow compact spread makes it ideal for small gardens and borders.
  • How does it compare to Buxus for hedging? Golden Gem is more disease-resistant and easier to maintain, with year-round colour.
  • Will the golden yellow leaves last through winter? Foliage remains yellow-green through colder months, providing winter interest.
  • Is it suitable for urban gardens? Yes, this shrub is tolerant to air pollution.
  • Can it grow in pots? Yes, it is well-suited for pot culture with regular watering and fertilizing.
Ilex crenata 'Golden Gem' Japanese Holly pot grown shrub.
Ilex crenata Golden Gem Japanese Holly Pot Grown Shrub
£10.21
(Incl. Tax)