{"product_id":"ilex-crenata-bonsai-7-8-years-blue-pot","title":"Ilex Crenata Bonsai Tree – 7-8 Years Old | 40-45 cm | Japanese Holly in Elegant Blue Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIlex Crenata Bonsai – Japanese Holly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA refined evergreen bonsai with small, glossy leaves and timeless elegance, presented in a striking blue ceramic pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e This well-developed 7-8 year old Ilex crenata brings year-round beauty and is a rewarding choice for enthusiasts in Denmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-8 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40-45 cm (including pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant blue ceramic pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ilex crenata (Japanese Holly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact and dense foliage – excellent for shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Bonsai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIlex crenata is loved for its tiny, shiny dark-green leaves that resemble a miniature boxwood. It can produce delicate white flowers in spring and small black berries in autumn. This resilient and forgiving species responds beautifully to care, making it an excellent bonsai for both beginners and more experienced growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide – Outdoor Preferred with Encouraging Indoor Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors: full sun to partial shade (protect from intense midday summer sun). Indoors: place in the brightest south- or west-facing window possible, or — even better — supplement with a strong full-spectrum grow light for 12–14 hours daily. With sufficient bright light, many customers enjoy healthy indoor display for several weeks or even a couple of months at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist – never allow it to dry out completely. Check daily in warmer conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e This hardy outdoor bonsai thrives on a balcony, terrace, or in the garden year-round in Denmark. It benefits from a cool winter dormancy period (ideally 0–10 °C). Protect the pot from hard frost below -5 °C by moving it to an unheated garage, shed, or cold frame, and shelter from strong winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor Enjoyment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many bonsai lovers successfully bring Ilex crenata indoors for extended periods during the colder months or for special occasions. To maximise success, maintain cooler room temperatures (avoid warm radiators), increase humidity with daily misting or a humidifier, and ensure excellent lighting. Trees often recover quickly and look vibrant when returned outdoors. With dedication to light and humidity, you can enjoy this beautiful evergreen inside more than you might expect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed every 2 weeks during the growing season (spring to autumn) with a balanced bonsai fertiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 2–3 years in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonest note for best results:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Ilex crenata can adapt well to thoughtful indoor conditions for weeks or months with strong lighting and care, it remains a temperate outdoor species at heart. It performs significantly better long-term when given time outside with natural seasons. Many of our customers rotate their tree between indoor enjoyment and outdoor placement for optimal health and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull detailed care guide for Ilex Crenata\u003c\/strong\u003e will be available soon in our Resources section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Live trees shipped within Denmark only \u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Accessories and pots can ship to Europe\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ 14-day return policy on bonsai trees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this elegant Japanese Holly to your collection today — a resilient evergreen that offers beautiful foliage and rewarding care experiences both indoors and out.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bonsai Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64275867042141,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/5410\/5693\/files\/Ilex_Crenata_bonsai_tree_7-8_years_old_40-45_cm_in_elegant_blue_pot_-_front_view.jpg?v=1776794711","url":"https:\/\/bonsainest.dk\/products\/ilex-crenata-bonsai-7-8-years-blue-pot","provider":"Bonsai Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}