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Ilex crenata ‘Fastigiata’

Japanese Holly 'Fastigiata'

Award Winner Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

Dense upright growth and tiny glossy green leaves make Ilex crenata ‘Fastigiata’ a narrow evergreen accent for formal gardens and restricted spaces. Its columnar shape needs little pruning but requires acidic to neutral, well-drained soil and does not tolerate chalky ground well.
SKU: ILEX-172-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, flowering month
June, flowering month
July, not a flowering month
August, not a flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
1.5 m — 2.5 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H6 (−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Containers
  • Architectural
  • Coastal Areas
  • Against Wall
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

Ilex crenata ‘Fastigiata’ Description

Ilex crenata ‘Fastigiata’ is a strongly upright Japanese holly with small glossy dark green leaves packed along densely branching stems. Its narrow, columnar habit makes it suitable beside entrances, in formal planting and where evergreen height is needed without a broad spread. Mature plants generally reach around 1.5 to 2.5 metres high while remaining comparatively narrow. Grow in full sun or partial shade in fertile, acidic to neutral soil that remains evenly moist but drains freely. Strongly alkaline or chalky soil can cause poor growth and yellowing, while saturated winter ground should also be avoided. Little pruning is required beyond shortening occasional outward-growing shoots. Light clipping can be used where an especially formal column is desired.

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