| Common Name | Japanese Holly |
| Family | Aquifoliaceae |
| Genus | Ilex |
| Species | Serrata |
| Origin | Japan / Korea |
| Blooming | Small white flowers in late spring, followed by red berries on female plants |
| Leaf Color | Dark green turning yellow before drop |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Acidic, well-draining peat mix or loamy soil with high organic content
Keep moist during growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter to induce dormancy. Do not let dry out completely.
Prefers full sun for best berry production, tolerates partial shade. Needs cold dormancy.
Apply balanced fertilizer monthly from April to August. Stop feeding before dormancy sets in
Prune after flowering or in late winter to shape; remove dead wood and thin for air circulation
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