Japanese holly
Ilex crenata 'Farrowone' SKY POINTER
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Greenwood Cuttings,Hardwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Filtered shade, Full sun
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Fruits:
black Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Japanese holly prefers moist, well-drained soil and regular watering. During the summer, it should be watered every 5-7 days, providing 1-2 inches of water at each watering. In the fall and winter, watering should be reduced to every 10-14 days, providing 1-2 inches of water. In hot months, particularly during summer, this plant may require additional irrigation. To check if it needs water, insert your finger 2 inches into the soil. If it feels dry, the plant needs to be watered.
sunlight
Japanese holly (Ilex crenata 'Farrowone' SKY POINTER) prefers up to 5-6 hours of indirect light or dappled sunlight each day. However, it can tolerate slightly more than this, as long as it is not in direct sunlight for more than 2-3 hours at a time. The best time for the Japanese holly to receive the most sun is in the morning, from 7am – 11am, with some afternoon sun in the early afternoon, from noon – 2pm, depending on the time of year.
pruning
Japanese holly (Ilex crenata 'Farrowone' SKY POINTER) should be pruned twice a year, generally early spring and early fall. This plant species responds well to light shaping. Pruning should aim to maintain a compact, columnar shape. In early spring, lightly prune the evergreen shrub to remove any dead or damaged branches. This will also help encourage new growth. In the fall, lightly prune again to shape the shrub as desired. It is important to not prune too much or too frequently, as this can damage the plant or lead to excessive growth.
