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Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin'

Also Known As

  • Ilex crenata 'Snowflake'
  • Snowflake Japanese Holly

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin' plant details

Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This slow-growing 4-6 footer is a favorite for hedge or accent because its small rounded leaves are so beautifully variegated with cream and creamy green; a female that produces black fruit. Sun/Med
(Snowflake) – is an evergreen holly with gray green leaves with an ivory margin. This Japanese cultivar is distinctive and looks as if it will get 3-4’ tall.

Gardening facts about Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin' plant

How to Grow Ilex crenata 'Shiro-Fukurin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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