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Ilex crenata 'Compacta'

Family Aquifoliaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Ilex crenata 'Compacta' (compact Japanese holly) bears white flowers during late spring. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Ilex crenata 'Compacta' (compact Japanese holly) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Border, container, edging, hedge, foundation, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts birds to your garden.