ilex crenata (various forms)

description

Ithe former crenate, commonly known as Japanese agrifoil, is an evergreen shrub appreciated for its small and thin leaves coriacee, which make it visually similar to the former aquifolium, but with a more delicate structure. its compact growth and shape rounded makes it ideal for compact hedges and edges. In addition, the plant is resistant to insects and diseases, contributing to its popularity in the gardens. The former clay is a choice versatile and easy maintenance to create landscape design elegant and neat.

characteristic

leaves: the leaves of the former clay are small, oval or lanceolate, glossy and coriaceous. are dark green and create a dense foliage, giving the plant a compact appearance and ordered.
growth: this species of holly develops in a compact and well ramified shape. its structure makes the ilex created ideal for the creation of decorative hedges, edges and for mouse modeling.
flowers: the flowers of the Japanese clover are generally not striking. However, the plant is appreciated mainly for decorative foliage rather than for flowering.
fruit:in autumn, thethe former crenate produces small black or bluish berries that can persist in winter. these fruits contribute to the ornamental beauty of the plant.
pruning: the plant tolerates pruning well, which makes it suitable for creating decorative shapes such as balls, cones or other topic structures. regular pruning contributes to maintain the desired shape.
adaptability: is durable and adaptable to different climatic conditions. However, it prefers well drained land and can prosper on exposures both in full sun and in partial shade.

origin

original plant of Japan and the surrounding regions of eastern Asia. This is what evergreen shrub has been cultivated for centuries in japan, where it is often used in traditional Japanese gardens. his introduction to other countries took place subsequently, since the plant has been appreciated for its compact shape and ease maintenance.

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