Ilex Crenata Kinme Stam (Stem 80cm )

Overview & Features

• Ilex crenata ‘Kinme’ Stem (80 cm) is a compact evergreen shrub trained as a standard with a clear 80 cm stem and rounded crown.

• Features small, glossy dark green leaves resembling box (Buxus).

• Dense, fine-textured foliage creates a neat, formal appearance.

• Naturally compact and ideal for shaping.

• Provides year-round structure and colour.

• Excellent choice for patios, entrances, pathways, and formal borders.

• A strong alternative to box where box blight is a concern.

• May produce small black berries if pollinated.

This standard form adds height and architectural interest while maintaining a tidy, structured look.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun or partial shade.

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

• Tolerates slightly acidic to neutral soils.

• Avoid prolonged waterlogging, especially in winter.

• Suitable for planting in borders or large containers.

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

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

• Stake securely to support the clear stem if planting in exposed areas.

Ilex crenata performs best in sheltered positions 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 promote healthy foliage.

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

• Growth is steady and responds well to shaping.

Consistent watering during establishment supports a dense, healthy crown.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Trim lightly once or twice a year to maintain a rounded crown shape.

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

• Remove any shoots growing from below the stem.

• Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.

• Mulch annually to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

• Generally hardy and low maintenance once established.

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

• Size
  C20

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