Ilex crenata 'Convexa' - 30-35 CM BALL C10

Description
Black, round fruits emerge from these from October onwards, which keep for a very long time.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * tolerates pruning * tolerant of urban climates, shade-tolerant

Growth habit
Japanese holly 'Convexa' is upright and dense in structure. Slow growing.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The creamy white flowers appear from May to June.

fruit
The black, round fruits of Ilex crenata 'Convexa' are particularly decorative. These appear from October. Adhere for a very long time.

Use
Hedge (pruning), solitary, group planting, topiary, bird food plant

Root
Densely branched, close to the surface.