Green Lustre Japanese Holly
Green Lustre Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Green Lustre')
Green Lustre Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Green Lustre') is a dense, compact evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green foliage and tidy growth habit. This cultivar is popular for formal hedges, foundation plantings, and landscape designs requiring year-round structure and texture.
Distinctive Features
'Green Lustre' features small, shiny, ovate leaves densely packed on fine-textured branches, creating a smooth and polished appearance. The shrub produces small white flowers in spring, followed by black berries that add subtle winter interest.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; adaptable to various soil types
- Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, especially during establishment
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�8
Ideal Uses
- Formal Hedges: Excellent for neat, dense screening
- Foundation Plantings: Provides year-round greenery near buildings
- Mixed Borders: Adds fine texture and evergreen interest
- Topiary: Suitable for shaping and sculpting
- Container Gardens: Works well in pots and small spaces
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture during dry spells
- Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Protection: Provide shelter from harsh winter winds to prevent foliage damage
Why Choose Green Lustre Japanese Holly?
- Glossy Dark Green Foliage: Provides polished, year-round visual interest
- Dense, Compact Growth: Ideal for formal hedges and screens
- Versatile Use: Suitable for hedging, topiary, borders, and containers
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care and pruning
- Winter Interest: Produces small black berries that add seasonal texture
Ilex crenata 'Green Lustre' is a dependable evergreen shrub that enhances landscapes with its tidy form and rich foliage.
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