Schwoebel's Upright Japanese Holly
Schwoebel's Upright Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Schwoebel's Upright')
Schwoebel's Upright Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Schwoebel's Upright') is a tall, narrow evergreen shrub known for its dense, fine-textured foliage and naturally columnar growth habit. This cultivar is ideal for adding vertical structure and formal elegance to gardens and landscapes.
Distinctive Features
'Schwoebel's Upright' features small, glossy dark green leaves tightly packed along upright stems, creating a striking vertical silhouette. The shrub produces small white flowers in spring, followed by black berries that provide 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
- Vertical Screens: Perfect for narrow hedges and privacy screens
- Foundation Plantings: Adds year-round vertical interest near buildings
- Accent Plantings: Provides architectural form in mixed borders
- Topiary: Suitable for columnar shaping
- Container Gardens: Works well in limited spaces
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially 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: Shelter from harsh winter winds to prevent foliage damage
Why Choose Schwoebel's Upright Japanese Holly?
- Columnar Growth Habit: Adds elegant vertical structure to landscapes
- Fine-Textured Foliage: Glossy, dense leaves provide year-round interest
- Versatile Use: Ideal for screens, accents, topiary, and containers
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care and pruning
- Winter Interest: Produces small black berries adding subtle seasonal texture
Ilex crenata 'Schwoebel's Upright' is a refined evergreen shrub that enhances gardens with its striking vertical form and lush foliage.
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