How to Grow and Care for Long-stalk holly

Long-stalk holly, also known as Japanese Holly, Pendulous Holly, Ilex pedunculosa

Long-stalk holly is a hardy and low-maintenance plant suited for a variety of gardens. Key care needs include well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure. Special care points involve providing winter protection in colder climates and ensuring sufficient space for its mature size. Long-stalk holly's easy care makes it a good choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Long-stalk holly

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	Fall
Hardiness Zones	8-9

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Long-stalk holly appears as an evergreen with a tough constitution, featuring showy, spineless foliage akin to that of mountain laurel. The leaves are complemented by small, fragrant flowers. Perhaps the most striking feature is the vibrant red berries, which dangle gracefully from long stalks, or peduncles, a distinctive characteristic that influences its species designation. The plant exhibits sexual dimorphism with dioecious flowers which rely on bee pollination, necessitating proximity to both male and female plants for fruit production. It can either be trained into a dense broad shrub or allowed to mature into a modestly sized tree.