Compact Japanese Holly
Ilex crenata 'Compacta'
Full sun
Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat; less often when established.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | I-leks kre-NA-ta kom-PAK-ta |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing; reaches 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Mass Planting |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat; less often when established. |
| Companion Plants | Peony (Paeonia); False Holly (Osmanthus); Astilbe (Astilbe); Blueberry (Vaccinium); Azalea (Azalea) |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering frequency may be reduced, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant