- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 6 Feet
- Mature Spread 12 Inches
- Growing Zones 5 - 9
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
The aptly named Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly will add some serious impact wherever you plant it. Forming a narrow column of golden-green foliage up to a maximum of 6 feet high, this Ilex crenata is perfect for adding some year-round height and interest. A smaller footprint makes it a valuable shrub for smaller spaces.
The Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly is suitable for growing in zones 6 to 9 and is considered drought tolerant once established. Furthermore, its attractive foliage can handle full sun and will not burn. Glow Stick™ is ideal for adding structure to a mixed border or for lining a pathway. It is also well suited to container growing or planting as a group.
Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly Care
The Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly performs best when it is grown in acidic soil that is fertile, well drained and moist. It prefers partial shade to full sun. To help it establish, regular irrigation is needed for the first two years, after which it can handle dry periods. Fertilizing with an evergreen-specific feed in early spring will help support growth and provide the nutrients needed.
Minimal, if any, pruning is required for the Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly. If needed, you can lightly trim the branches in late winter. Container-grown specimens will require more frequent watering than those grown directly in the ground.
Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly Spacing
When fully grown, the Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly can reach 4 to 6 feet tall and 1 foot wide. Space each plant 12 inches apart to create a continuous hedge.
Glow Stick™ Japanese Holly Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 6 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: White Shades |
| Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
| Foliage Description: Yellow Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Fall Interest, Winter Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: Salt |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Foliage Interest |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Glow Stick Japanese Holly |
| Other Name(s): Box-leaved holly |
| Scientific Name: Ilex crenata 'NCIC2' |
- SKU:
- ILEGS123
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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