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Steeds Upright Japanese Holly
Ilex crenata 'Steeds'
Pronunciation: I-leks kre-NA-ta
SKU #04494
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide.
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| Description | An easy-to-grow, densely branched evergreen shrub with an attractive upright, pyramidal form. Dense, lustrous, dark green foliage adds color to the landscape year-round. Tiny white flowers produce ornamental black berries that persist throughout winter. A shapely hedge or foundation plant that responds well to regular pruning. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Peony (Paeonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); False Holly (Osmanthus); Camellia (Camellia) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers light, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates drier conditions, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | An easy-to-grow, densely branched evergreen shrub with an attractive upright, pyramidal form. Dense, lustrous, dark green foliage adds color to the landscape year-round. Tiny white flowers produce ornamental black berries that persist throughout winter. A shapely hedge or foundation plant that responds well to regular pruning. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Peony (Paeonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); False Holly (Osmanthus); Camellia (Camellia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers light, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates drier conditions, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Steeds Upright Japanese Holly produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Steeds Upright Japanese Holly evergreen or deciduous?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Steeds Upright Japanese Holly resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Steeds Upright Japanese Holly grow?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly grows in an Pyramidal habit.
Where can I use Steeds Upright Japanese Holly in my landscape?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Steeds Upright Japanese Holly flowers?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Good companion plants for Steeds Upright Japanese Holly include: Azalea (Azalea); Peony (Paeonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); False Holly (Osmanthus); Camellia (Camellia).
How do I care for Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Prefers light, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates drier conditions, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.