Ilex Crenata Kinme Spiral

Overview & Features

• Ilex crenata ‘Kinme’ Spiral is a decorative evergreen topiary shaped into an elegant spiral form.

• Features small, glossy dark green leaves similar in appearance to box.

• Dense, fine-textured foliage creates a crisp, formal look.

• Naturally compact and ideal for structured shaping.

• Maintains year-round colour and architectural interest.

• Suitable for patios, entrances, pathways, and formal garden designs.

• An excellent alternative to Buxus in areas affected by box blight.

• May produce small black berries if pollinated.

This spiral form adds strong vertical structure and a refined finish to any garden setting.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun or partial shade.

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.

• Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions.

• Suitable for planting in borders or large containers.

• Choose a sheltered position in very exposed areas.

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the rootball and the same depth.

• Plant at the same depth as it was growing in the container.

• Water thoroughly after planting.

Ilex crenata performs best in sheltered gardens with consistent moisture.

Watering, Feeding & Growth

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots.

• Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

• Once established, plants are moderately drought tolerant.

• Feed in early spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage healthy foliage.

• Apply compost or mulch annually to improve soil structure and retain moisture.

• Growth is steady and responds well to trimming.

Consistent watering during establishment ensures healthy development.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Trim lightly once or twice a year to maintain the spiral shape.

• Best trimmed in late spring and again in late summer if required.

• Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.

• Remove any stray shoots that disrupt the defined spiral form.

• Mulch annually to suppress weeds and conserve moisture.

• Generally hardy and low maintenance once established.

With sun or partial shade and well-drained soil, Ilex crenata ‘Kinme’ Spiral will provide elegant evergreen structure and a refined architectural feature throughout the year.

• Size
  C18

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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