{"product_id":"ilex-cr-jenny-6-packs","title":"Ilex cr. Jenny \/ 6 - Packs","description":"\u003ch1\u003eIlex crenata 'Jenny' 6-Pack\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jenny'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirmed format:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense evergreen foliage all year round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent alternative to box (Buxus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally compact, bushy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for low hedging and formal borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for full sun or partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jenny' is a compact evergreen shrub grown for its neat, finely textured foliage and naturally dense branching habit. Its small, glossy dark green leaves resemble box but are smooth rather than spiny, giving a refined appearance that suits both formal and contemporary garden designs. Small white flowers may appear in late spring, although the evergreen foliage is its principal ornamental feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a convenient 6-pack, these young plants are ideal for establishing low evergreen hedging, defining borders or creating repeated planting throughout the garden. With regular clipping they develop into a dense, uniform hedge while remaining attractive throughout the year. 'Jenny' is also valued as a reliable replacement for box in many formal planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreates a smart evergreen hedge with year-round structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally dense habit responds well to regular clipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine-textured foliage provides a refined, formal appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for planting in groups to create uniform planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow to moderate growth makes ongoing maintenance straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jenny'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Holly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall, glossy, dark green evergreen leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring to early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense, upright and naturally compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun or partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, moist but well-drained soil; best in neutral to acidic soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1.5–2m if left unclipped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1–1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardy in Irish gardens when grown in well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun or partial shade. It is well suited to formal borders, low hedging and structured planting where its dense growth can be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, plants usually require additional watering only during prolonged dry periods, although container-grown plants will need more frequent attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Neutral to slightly acidic soils produce the best results. Avoid prolonged winter waterlogging and strongly alkaline soils where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardiness and Winter Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis evergreen shrub is well suited to Irish gardens. Apply a mulch around newly planted specimens to help retain moisture, and ensure good drainage during wet winters. Young plants benefit from regular watering until fully established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim once or twice during the growing season to maintain a dense, tidy shape. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage healthy new growth and remove any damaged shoots as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating low evergreen hedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormal knot gardens and parterre planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefining paths and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMass planting for year-round structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary and traditional garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Jenny' is a male selection of \u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e and does not produce berries. It is grown primarily for its attractive evergreen foliage and excellent response to clipping, making it a popular alternative where the appearance of box is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical identity: \u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jenny'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a 6-pack of young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plantline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54710535848269,"sku":"8719324094757","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/easygarden.ie\/products\/ilex-cr-jenny-6-packs","provider":"Easy Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}