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Ilex crenata Golden Gem Japanese Holly Pot Grown Shrub
PRODUCT CODE: ICGG-PG-20/30-C2
£10.21
(Incl. Tax)
Volume Discounts
| Quantity | Discount Price |
|---|---|
| 5 | £8.69 |
| 10 | £8.2 |
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.
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Ilex crenata Golden Gem Japanese Holly Pot Grown Shrub
£10.21
(Incl. Tax)
