Ilex crenata 'Compacta' | Compact Japanese Holly
DESCRIPTION
Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a dense, evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy, dark green leaves that form a neat, rounded shape. This cultivar produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in late spring, which may give way to black or dark purple berries in the fall if pollinated. Its compact size and attractive foliage make it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings.
Native to Japan, Korea, and China, Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a cultivar of the Japanese holly. It is valued for its ability to thrive in a variety of landscapes, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance. The plant’s resilience and versatility make it suitable for both formal and informal garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a dense, evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy, dark green leaves that form a neat, rounded shape. This cultivar produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in late spring, which may give way to black or dark purple berries in the fall if pollinated. Its compact size and attractive foliage make it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings.
Native to Japan, Korea, and China, Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a cultivar of the Japanese holly. It is valued for its ability to thrive in a variety of landscapes, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance. The plant’s resilience and versatility make it suitable for both formal and informal garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a dense, evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy, dark green leaves that form a neat, rounded shape. This cultivar produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in late spring, which may give way to black or dark purple berries in the fall if pollinated. Its compact size and attractive foliage make it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings.
Native to Japan, Korea, and China, Ilex crenata 'Compacta' is a cultivar of the Japanese holly. It is valued for its ability to thrive in a variety of landscapes, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance. The plant’s resilience and versatility make it suitable for both formal and informal garden settings.
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Family: Aquifoliaceae
Height: 3 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Foliage color: Glossy dark green
Flower color: White
Bloom time: Spring
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: USDA Zones 6 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Birds and pollinatorsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
