| Ilex crenata 'Compacta' | |
| Compact Jap Holly | |
| Feed March and November with Hollytone. Mulch January and June. Deep soak with Miracid every 2 weeks the first two summers after planting. Spray in November with Wiltpruf to prevent dessication. Shear several times from April til July for desired shape. | |
| Attractive hedge, accent, or pruned as a small tree | |
| Full sun, acid loamy soil. | |
| Very adaptable boxwood substitute. | |
| 6' x 6' | |
| 4-6' | |
| Densely branched, compact evergreen shrub | |
| Medium | |
| Full Sun | |
| -10 to 0 deg. F | |
| Keep moist | |
| Minute glossy green foliage | |
| Blue-black berries |