.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Compacta' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Compacta' Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring small, dense foliage ideal for hedges and borders. Its hardy nature and low maintenance requirements make it perfect for various landscape styles. Suggested Uses Perfect for foundation plantings, low hedges, topiary, and container gardening. Adds structure and greenery to both residential and commercial landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Compacta' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Compacta' Common Name: Compacta' Japanese Holly Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 feet tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen foliage with small, glossy leaves Bloom Time: Spring, with insignificant flowers Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, ideal for pots Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Not suitable Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Prefers well-drained soil; plant in spring or fall Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, well-draining soil Humidity: Tolerates average humidity Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy frost in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container Fertilization: Use balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
