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Buy Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop'

Also Known As

  • Lemon Drop Dwarf Holly

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9a

9-12 inch | $36

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Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop' plant details

Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop' is an evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: aquifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, pollution
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, oval dark green leaves with bright yellow variegation. Tends to grow wider then high with stiff, tightly spaced branches. Mature at 2 feet high x 3 feet wide

Gardening facts about Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop' plant

How to Grow Ilex crenata 'Lemon Drop'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Width: 1'-3'

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