Ilex Soft Touch

November 08, 2024 Post a Comment

Ilex soft touch

Soft Touch Holly ShrubIlex crenata 'Soft Touch' Fits small spaces, never getting larger than 2-3 feet tall. Soft Touch Holly adds evergreen touches to the landscape. Fits small spaces, never getting larger than 2-3 feet tall.

How fast does soft touch holly grow?

Soil Type	Adaptable
Mature Height	2-3 Feet
Mature Width	2-3 Feet
Growth Rate	Moderate
Fall Color	Green

Will soft touch holly grow in shade?

“Soft Touch” Japanese holly prefers full sun, but it will tolerate light shade in the afternoon. Pick a site with well-draining soil in the moist to dry range. Heavy, wet soil tends to kill this holly plant.

How big do Japanese Holly soft touch get?

Soft Touch Japanese Holly is a dense, mounded, evergreen shrub with a moderate growth rate. Unlike its parent, it will reach a relatively short height of 3 feet and has soft-textured leaves without the sharp spines typically found on Japanese Holly.

Do hollies have invasive roots?

The root system is a taproot. This means holly bushes have one large root that grows straight down and then smaller, less hearty roots that spread out. The horizontal roots are responsible for gathering the majority of the nutrients needed to flourish. This type of root system can be invasive.

Is soft touch holly toxic to dogs?

To put it simply, the berries of the holly plant are toxic—not only to dogs, but also to other animals and children.

How do you take care of soft touch holly?

Soft Touch Compact Holly Care Plant in well-drained soil and water regularly to establish and during periods of extreme heat and drought. Prefers slightly acid soil. Fertilize in spring before new growth appears. Responds well to pruning to maintain desired size and shape.

Do soft touch hollies get berries?

Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch' Works wonderfully when planted in borders, as an accent, or along walkways. Black ornamental berries persist throughout winter for cool season interest. Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.

Can you keep a holly tree small?

You can maintain the height by pruning back the leader (main shoot) each year in late winter or early spring. (Your current timing is fine.) You can even reduce the size by cutting back the leader to just above an existing branch lower on the tree.

Do holly bushes have deep roots?

Holly tree roots grow very deep into the dirt. To be specific, the roots can grow about seventeen to twenty-five inches underneath the dirt. This is pretty far into the ground when you think about it. If you look at the type of root system the holly plant has, it is no wonder the tree roots are so deep.

Do holly bushes stay green all winter?

Holly bushes are eye-catching for the bright red or dark red berries they produce, as well as their spiny evergreen leaves, which stay green year-round.

What is the hardiest holly?

If you are looking for zone 5 holly shrubs in this group, consider the blue holly cultivars 'Blue Prince' and 'Blue Princess'. They are the most cold-hardy of the series. Other Meserve hybrids that can serve the landscape well include China Boy and China Girl.

Can Japanese holly survive winter?

Japanese holly fern is hardy in mild winter climates. In areas where the foliage turns brown in winter, cut it back to ground level in early spring before new growth begins. In Zones 6 and 7, cover Japanese holly fern with a layer of straw mulch in winter to protect it from extreme temperatures.

Can Japanese holly take full sun?

Japanese holly grow and look their best in full to mostly sun. Some light shade is tolerated. Too much shade and plants will become thin and weak looking. A minimum of 6 hours direct sunlight is recommended for best foliage density and foliage color.

How far to plant Japanese holly from house?

Holly Spacing You really shouldn't plant shrubs right next to a building but allow at least 2-3 feet out from a building. You don't want them under an overhang which will keep them from getting sufficient water and sunlight. They really do prefer full sunlight or very light shade.

How long do holly trees last?

The Holly plant does grow pretty slow, but can eventually attain a height of around 30-50 feet in a compact pyramid shape. If planted in the right conditions and decently cared for some hollies can live up to 100 years or longer.

Can you cut off the top of a holly tree?

A trim up can be a good idea if you like a clean look or are keeping a holly tree hedge. Work with the natural shape of your Holly Trees for best results. Simply prune off new growth or up to ⅓ of the overall plant.

What can I plant with holly bushes?

A few common holly companions for planting next to the shrubs include boxwood, viburnum, clematis, hydrangea, and rhododendrons.

What happens if a dog eats a holly leaf?

Holly: Varieties include American holly, English holly, Japanese holly, and Christmas holly. Although some are less toxic than others, it is best to keep your dog away from any variety. Eating the leaves can result in vomiting, diarrhea, and gastrointestinal injury due to the plant's spiny leaves.