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Japanese holly

Ilex crenata

'CTICVIV'

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Bento Box Japanese holly in the landscape.
  • Boxwood alternative
  • Flat leaves
  • Tidy habit
Description

A much-welcome addition to our boxwood alternative program, this useful Japanese holly naturally grows as a tidy, rounded mound of lustrous bright green foliage. Flat, rather than spoon-shaped, leaves reduce the potential for spider mites.

USDA Zone
5b - 9 (-20°F/-28.9°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2-3'
Width
2-4'
Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Ideally, grow in moist acidic soils with good drainage. Tolerates urban conditions well, however.

Pruning

Seldom needed, may be shaped in late winter.

Uses

Unique dwarf yet fastigiate habit is ideal for landscapes and containers. 1' width saves space in narrow beds and small gardens.

Growing Tips

Chlorosis may occur on alkaline soils. Super dwarf habit all but eliminates the need to prune. Grows in shade, but color and form are best with some sun.

Features: Clay soil, Compact, Evergreen, Foliage interest, Heat tolerant, Salt tolerant, Winter interest, New

Filters: Botanical genus: Ilex, Common name: Japanese holly, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage

Features: Clay soil, Compact, Evergreen, Foliage interest, Heat tolerant, Salt tolerant, Winter interest, New

Filters: Botanical genus: Ilex, Common name: Japanese holly, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage