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Challenging the Bonsai A to Z entry for Holly - Japanese evergreen (Ilex crenata).

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Existing Bonsai A To Z Entry for Holly - Japanese evergreen (Ilex crenata) Holly - Japanese evergreen (Ilex crenata)  - (Tree Type (Outdoors)) (No Photo) Deciduous tree, slow growing with box-like leaves and small white flowers. They may produce black berries if fertilized by a male tree. STYLE : best suited to all styles, except possibly broom. WARNING : Berries will only form on a female tree if there is a male tree present to fertilize it. Brittle stems require careful pruning. Care Info REPOT : Every 2-3 years in spring, less frequently, as required, for older, larger trees. SOIL : Free draining soil : 40:60 grit:organic. PRUNE : Autumn/early spring before new growth. Hard prune in summer to regenerate growth on weak branches. PINCH : Trim to shape throughout summer. WATER : Water well in growing season and keep moist in winter. Spray regularly in warm weather. FEED : Balanced feed every 2 weeks in summer. Nitrogen free in autumn. WARNING : Berries will only form on a female tree if there is a male tree present to fertilize it. Brittle stems require careful pruning.

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