Ilex cr Helleri #3
Ilex cr Helleri #3
Helleri Japanese Holly
Compact habit with dense mounded form
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This holly is a compact, dense, mound-forming evergreen shrub valued for its small, glossy, boxwood-like foliage. Prefers consistent moisture but does not tolerate wet feet. It works well in foundation plantings, low hedges, or mass plantings. Protect from harsh winds.
Botanical Name- Ilex crenata 'Helleri'
Pronunciation- EYE-leks kre-NAY-tuh
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade
Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- May
Companion Plants- Weeping Blue Alaska Cedar – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees (note: dioecious species need male/female), fruit-eating birds (especially in winter)
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C26
Yearly Care Instructions- Trim in late spring or early summer for a neat shape. Keep soil slightly acidic and evenly moist. A balanced evergreen fertilizer in spring is beneficial.
Trimming Instructions- Trim in late spring or early summer to keep neat form. Lightly shape hedges and remove any dead or diseased stems.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed with an acidic, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soils, ensure drainage and maintain soil acidity with peat.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone
Possible Issues- Holly leaf miner, scale insects, tar spot
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