Ilex crenata Golden Gem Japanese Holly Pot Grown Shrub

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.