.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Steeds' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Steeds' Description A dense, compact evergreen shrub featuring small, dark green foliage. Ideal for hedges, borders, and low-maintenance landscapes, it adds year-round structure and greenery to any garden. Suggested Uses Perfect for creating privacy screens, formal hedges, foundation plantings, or low-maintenance gardens. Suitable for containers and bonsai decorating. Plant Details Botanical Name: Steeds' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Steeds' Common Name: Steeds' Japanese Holly Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 feet tall with a width of 2-3 feet, maintaining a dense, rounded shape. Hardiness Zones: 6 to 8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Usually inconspicuous; blooms in late spring to early summer. Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Slight toxicity if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flowers Grows Well With: Hostas, boxwoods, and other evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Space appropriately based on mature size. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; amend soil for good drainage. Soil Type: Preferably acidic to neutral, well-drained soil. Humidity: Tolerant of average home humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering or to maintain shape. Minimal pruning required. Winter Care: Protect from harsh, desiccating winds in colder zones; mulching recommended. Planting Depth: Plant so that the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Special Care: Ensure adequate watering during dry periods to maintain healthy growth.