Scientific Name
Ilex crenata

Common Name
Japanese holly

 
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 8
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil
Height: 4 to 10 feet
Width: 3 to 5 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Dense, multi-branched shrub; rounded
Flower/Fruit: Small, dull greenish white flowers in spring; 0.2" black berry-like drupe fall to spring
Foliage: Alternate, simple dark green leaves; 0.5 to 1.3" long; crowded on stems
Comments: Drought tolerant; flowers attract bees; can severely prune to control height
Cultivars: See table
   

 


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