Box-leaved holly
Common Name: Box-leaved holly
Genus: Ilex
Species: crenata
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline, Moist
Height: 500cm
Spread: 300cm
Time to plant: October to March
Quite unlike the popular conception of a holly, this is a slow-growing evergreen species from Japan and Korea. It has tiny leaves, similar to edging box, which are non-prickly and, if plants are trimmed once or twice a year, can produce an attractive dense dwarf hedge. It's often used as an alternative to box, especially for topiary.
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