What problem do yellow leaves that are falling off of our Spartan holly bushes indicate? What can be done to rectify the problem?
This could be watering or nutrient issues.
These links will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-yellow-leaves.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/diseases-of-holly-bushes-pests-and-diseases-damaging-holly-bushes.htm
I have a couple of Holly Bushes in our yard (male/female) and they are in need of some trimming, When IS a good time too trim them? They are also very close to our house and I would like to move them, but am concern that they may died What would be the best instruction from you ?
This website has several good articles on holly care. Just go to the homepage of gardeningknowhow.com and put "holly" in the search box centered near the top of the page.
Wow do I prune holly bushes so the bush will produce new foliage.
This article will help you.
We have planted llex "Heller" bushes and each over a year or 2 dies. We have a soil test which shows no problems. Do you have a suggestion for a similar shrub? The soil is well drained, but in constant sun.
These links will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/japanese-holly-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/barberry/barberry-shrub-care-tips.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
I have 3 female jack and jill holly bushes and would like 2 males, where can I order them from.
Do a Google search for plants. Check Ebay or Etsy, they are often good sources for plants.
Always check with your local garden centers or greenhouses; they can often order plants for you.
I can buy the babies in pots. I like to purchase from independent garden supply dealers. But they don't all agree as to the best depth of the schrubs and the distance apart. I want the male hollies because my grandchildren like to pick and throw things. So I want male hollies in the back against the house and all the way around the chain link fence so that there are no berries to throw.
Choose Holly varieties that are suitable to your growing zone. Local garden centers are a great place to shop for varieties that meet the needs of your region.
The distance that you plant your Holly plants apart can vary from the variety to how you want them to appear in your landscape. If you want a hedge appearance, you may want to plant them closer together. You will want to look at the tags and determine the mature size of the plants.
The depth that you plant them will be the same depth that they are in the container. You will dig a hole twice as wide and deep as the container for proper planting.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/growing-holly-bushes.htm
You can also talk with your County Extension Office for a list of Holly plants suited to your zone.
We have one holly bush that its leaves are turning brown and dropping off while others near it are doing fine I am sending a few photos including one of the good bushes - any thoughts?
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Inspect the leaves of the Holly for any signs of pests or disease.
Have you had heavy rains or dry conditions?
Mulching with 2 to 3 inches of a hardwood mulch can help with moisture and temperature control.
Do make sure the mulch is not directly touching the trunk of the Holly.
Clean up any dead plant material and dispose of it, to avoid spreading any disease.
The article below has an overview of the most common issues with Holly plants.