.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; } Chesapeake' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Chesapeake' Description This compact evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage, making it an excellent choice for hedges and borders. It has a slow to moderate growth rate and maintains a tidy appearance with minimal pruning. Suggested Uses Ideal for garden borders, hedges, foundation plantings, and topiary. Suitable for low-maintenance landscapes and container gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex crenata 'Chesapeake' Common Name: Chesapeake' Japanese Holly Size & Growth: To 3-4 ft tall and wide, with slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Not typically grown for flowers Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Mild toxicity if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Junipers, Boxwoods, Ornamental Grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space 3-4 feet apart for hedges. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soils, preferably slightly acidic to neutral. Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Winter Care: Mulch around roots in colder zones; prune lightly in late winter. Planting Depth: Place planting root ball slightly above soil level. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Ensure adequate water during dry periods for optimal growth.
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