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Ilex crenata convexa ball is a slow growing Japanese holly plant that is similar to Buxus Sempervivens but with a scalloped leaf. A perfect addition to a formal garden, Ilex crenata convexa ball grows slowly and has a compact habit, making it an excellent choice for edging or foundation planting. This beautiful evergreen thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. deer resistant.

This evergreen shrub has dense, small leaves and a naturally compact habit, clipped into a neat ball shape. It’s an excellent alternative to Box and provides year round structure in formal planting schemes, containers or borders.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well drained soil
• Height and spread: Maintained by clipping
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Provides shelter

This shrub is evergreen, keeping its foliage throughout the year.

Established Ilex Crenata Convexa Ball 60L (1.2m)

Please allow 2 weeks for the delivery of our larger specimens, thank you!

Ilex crenata convexa ball is a slow growing Japanese holly plant that is similar to Buxus Sempervivens but with a scalloped leaf. A perfect addition to a formal garden, Ilex crenata convexa ball grows slowly and has a compact habit, making it an excellent choice for edging or foundation planting. This beautiful evergreen thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. deer resistant.

This evergreen shrub has dense, small leaves and a naturally compact habit, clipped into a neat ball shape. It’s an excellent alternative to Box and provides year round structure in formal planting schemes, containers or borders.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well drained soil
• Height and spread: Maintained by clipping
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Provides shelter

This shrub is evergreen, keeping its foliage throughout the year.

Common Questions

• Is this a Box alternative?
Yes, it’s very commonly used as one.

• Does it need regular clipping?
Light clipping once or twice a year is enough.

Planting Ideas

Perfect with Yew, Lavender and ornamental grasses.

More Information

Plant in well drained soil.
Water regularly in the first season.
Clip to maintain shape.

This plant is considered toxic if ingested by humans or pets. If a toxicity warning is not shown on a plant listing, this does not automatically mean the plant is safe. Always take care when planting where children or animals may chew foliage. This does not affect normal handling or growing of the plant.

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Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun, Part shade

Soil:

Moist but well drained soil, Well drained soil, Acidic soil, Clay soil, Sandy soil

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