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Mar 23, 2008 | 9:43 AM PST
Does anyone out there have a "Drops of Gold Japanese Holly" in there garden?? I have one that I bought last fall. Probably the most expensive this I purchased last year. ( a.k.a. Ilex crenata ) -- Well, it appears to have had NO growth, and I did read that it probably wouldnt show much growth till the second season, BUT, the leaves have little brown specs all over them. They're not falling off, and you almost cant pull them off, so the plant seems strong, but the brown specs are unattractive. I have looked in all my books, and looked a little on line, and cant really find out what the problem is. I am going to try an all purpose fertilizer, but I thought I would ask you all if you had any idea. Thanx ^v^ Below is a pic off the net, not of my actually shrub.
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Mar 23, 2008 | 10:07 AM PST
This is what I read, maybe those brown spots are the beginning of the mature gold spots. lex crenata ‘Drops of Gold’ Common Name: Drops of Gold Japanese Holly Size/Position: 3 to 4 feet, sun to part shade Description: While most gold leafed hollies look sick at best, this unique new holly is the exception. The spring flush is a brilliant yellow which slowly changes into glossy dark green leaves splashed with bright golden spots. Coloration is best in full sun. Easy to grow in all but wet soils. You have a great day and happy gardening. Bill Mitchell |
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