dwarf holly

The Dwarf Holly (Ilex 'Jersey Male') should be watered with approximately 1 inch of water per week during the warmer months and up to 2 inches of water per week during the peak of summer. During the fall and winter seasons, water should be kept to a minimum and only provided when the soil is visibly dry. Water should be applied slowly and infused into the soil in order to minimize runoff and maximize absorption.

Dwarf holly (Ilex 'Jersey Male') needs 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day in order for it to thrive. During the summer months, it should receive full sun, with some partial shade protection during the hot afternoon hours. During the winter, when the sun is lower in the sky, its best to provide at least 5 to 6 hours of morning sunlight. Dwarf holly plants should be kept out of full shade, as they require a certain amount of sunlight in order for them to flourish and produce a healthy crop of berries.

Pruning Dwarf Holly (Ilex 'Jersey Male') should be done in late winter to early spring, before the new growth begins. This evergreen shrub needs only light pruning to maintain a neat and compact shape. Cut away any dead, diseased, or damaged stems or branches that may be affecting the overall look of the plant. Trimming should generally be restricted to approximately ¼ a bush’s height, leaving the top of the bush slightly taller than the sides. It may also be necessary to occasionally take off an out-of-place branch that is crowding other growth. Avoid pruning more than 1/4 of the bush's height at any given time, as this may cause shock to the plant.