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Steeds Japanese Holly Shrub Care
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Sunlight Plant your Holly in an area with full to partial sun - at least 4 hours of sunlight daily.
Watering Water weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Water when the soil is dry 2-3 inches down.
Fertilizing Fertilization isn't required for your Holly, but you can apply an evergreen fertilizer in the spring as needed.
Adaptable Dwarf Form Suits Any Location
Why Steeds Japanese Holly Shrubs?
Dense green foliage, a neat upright form, and virtually no upkeep...with the Steeds Japanese Holly, you get a full landscape transformation in one sleek package. Plus, unlike many other varieties, it offers extra interest with small white flowers and ornamental berries.
This small black fruit emerges throughout the winter, creating a unique centerpiece for graceful wildlife in your garden. From low shrubbery and hedging to tall groundcovers, the Steeds' habit, steady growth rate, and smaller leaves make it well-suited for any area.
Planted in groups, the Steeds' well-branched, pyramidal forms mold together to form a polished, tidy sea of rich evergreen color. And you get it all without excessive pruning or care.
Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better
But the best part about our Japanese Holly Shrub? It’s made to adapt and grow well, with healthy results as soon as it arrives at your door. That’s because we plant, monitor and ship your Steeds with care.
Unlike other big-box retailers or chain garden centers, we put in the extra work to meticulously nurture your Steeds and ensure it’s a proven performer.
Your Steeds Holly is delivered in a pot with well-developed roots. Bare-root plants from big-box have a 50/50 chance of long-term survival...but your Steeds Holly from Fast Growing Trees is grown to give you amazing results for seasons to come.
So, reap the rewards of our hard work. Order your own Steeds Holly Shrub before it’s gone!
Pollination Info
Steeds Japanese Holly Shrub Pollination
We carry male and female hollies at our nursery, and you will need both to produce berries on the female plant. However, hollies are hard to tell apart when they are not fruiting, and we can’t guarantee whether you will receive a male or female. For best results, we suggest planting in groups to enjoy berries on the female plants and lush greenery on both year-round.
Planting & Care
2. Watering: Water your Steeds Holly weekly, or more often in extreme heat. If you’re not sure when to water your shrub, simply check its surrounding soil down to about 2 or 3 inches. If the soil here is dry, water your shrub.
3. Fertilizing: Feed your Steeds Holly Shrub with a general-purpose fertilizer in early spring.
4. Pruning: If you want a neater appearance for your Steeds Holly Shrub, prune or shear annually in winter to shape it.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 6-8 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 5-6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Botanical Name: | Ilex crenata 'Steeds' |
| Does Not Ship To: | AZ,OR |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 5-8 outdoors |
| Your Growing Zone: | # |
